"Craft can be practiced by anyone, regardless of the skill or artistry that has come to be demanded by those who preach craft. Like a good meal, a good Crafternoon shouldn't need much - a few quality ingredients, a couple of good friends, and a little bit of creativity."
(by Maura Madden)
DOOLIN ~ Iris
Let’s celebrate the humble nettle! Doolin can also be used for all softwool patterns.
Doolin is made from 80%wool and 20% Ramie and the bigger brother of our 4ply Turin, made from a similar blend but including Silk as well. Ramie is a bast fibre, made from the inner phloem of the nettle. Ramie not only gives the yarn a gentle sheen, but also provides strength and stability needed for the heel and toe areas making it a great alternative to nylon rich yarns. Ramie doesn’t absorb dye the same way as wool does, giving this yarn a unique two-toned mottled effect.
Doolin and Turin are 'all rounder' yarns suitable for any project you set your mind too.
Like with all hand knitted items, a gentle handwash is best, however, this yarn has been washing machine tested by us and can be wool washed if preferred.
We also have some stunning patterns available for this yarn in our pattern section, designed by LBhandknits for AppleOak FibreWorks.
Patterns shown:
Ascophylia hat pattern
Sleeping in the Garden sock pattern
Rochelle Sock pattern
In a nutshell for 1 skein:
80% wool & 20% Ramie
weight Sport
100gr/ 3.5oz
300m/ 328yards
2-3mm needles
Dyed in Ireland naturally using fresh organic Coreopsis plants.
Origins: Wool USA, Ramie China, spun in the Czech Republic
DOOLIN ~ Moth
Let’s celebrate the humble nettle! Doolin can also be used for all softwool patterns.
Doolin is made from 80%wool and 20% Ramie and the bigger brother of our 4ply Turin, made from a similar blend but including Silk as well. Ramie is a bast fibre, made from the inner phloem of the nettle. Ramie not only gives the yarn a gentle sheen, but also provides strength and stability needed for the heel and toe areas making it a great alternative to nylon rich yarns. Ramie doesn’t absorb dye the same way as wool does, giving this yarn a unique two-toned mottled effect.
Doolin and Turin are 'all rounder' yarns suitable for any project you set your mind too.
Like with all hand knitted items, a gentle handwash is best, however, this yarn has been washing machine tested by us and can be wool washed if preferred.
We also have some stunning patterns available for this yarn in our pattern section, designed by LBhandknits for AppleOak FibreWorks.
Patterns shown:
Ascophylia hat pattern
Sleeping in the Garden sock pattern
Rochelle Sock pattern
In a nutshell for 1 skein:
80% wool & 20% Ramie
weight Sport
100gr/ 3.5oz
300m/ 328yards
2-3mm needles
Dyed in Ireland naturally using fresh organic Woad plants.
Origins: Wool USA, Ramie China, spun in the Czech Republic
TURIN ~ Iris
And then there was the nettle. Turin is a slightly shiny 4ply yarn and has much to offer! Spun in the Czech Republic, this yarn is made from wool blended with Ramie and Silk to produce a delicate but strong yarn with a cheeky shine to it. This is one of our favourites to use in plant dyed multi-colours – it makes the colours come alive – ever changing with the light.
Due to its Ramie and silk content, it makes sturdy socks, but it can also be used for knitting flattering garments. Beautifully soft but can be a little stiff at the beginning, this yarn will win you over in no time.
Pattern design by Ailbíona McLochlainn
In a nutshell for 1 skein:
60% wool & 20% Ramie & 20% Silk
4 ply
weight Fingering
100gr/ 3.5oz
425m/ 464.7yards
2-3mm needles
Hand wash only
Dyed in Ireland naturally using organic Cochineal
WOOLWALK BERRY ~ Felted Wool fabric
Beautifully dyed, gorgeous wool walk. Not as soft as our other felted woolwalk fabrics, but still soft enough and gorgeous. Knitted, followed by walking, this fabric is very comfortable to wear and doesn't need any seaming. Made in Italy, using only mulesing free wool like all our other wool products.
Italian wool walk ~ Felted Wool Fabric also known as Woolwalk or walked wool
High quality Italian fabric, this lovely walked and felted woolen fabric is perfect for the colder months of the year. Beautifully warm, like any felted wool fabric, the cut edges don't fray, no seams necessary.
Warm, but breathable, this would make a lovely cardigan, dress, waist coat, cape, jumper, skirt, coat, jacket, poncho, shawl, leg or hand warmers, children's clothing and even cushion covers or blankets. Also sleeping bags for babies or hot water bottle covers can be made from this fabric.
Endless opportunities and even off cuts can be used for decorations.
~ Please allow 7-10 days for fabric orders fulfillment in case we don't have enough in stock, due to limited storage space. We will get in touch, should that be the case. ~
Material:
100% wool
Width: 130cm/51.18inches
Weight: 400g/sqm
dyed
boiled wool/felted
Produced in Italy
Care: Brush or air out during the night, if needed wash by hand using an organic wool laundry detergent.
Please get in touch for different or bigger quantities!
WOOLWALK BORDEAUX MELANGE ~ Felted Wool fabric
Beautifully yarn dyed, gorgeous wool walk. A soft felted woolwalk fabric. Knitted, followed by walking, this fabric is very comfortable to wear and doesn't need any seaming. Made in Italy, using only mulesing free wool like all our other wool products. This fabric will keep you dry and warm in a light drizzle, looking fabulous!
Italian wool walk ~ Felted Wool Fabric also known as Woolwalk or walked wool
High quality Italian fabric, this lovely walked and felted woolen fabric is perfect for the colder months of the year. Beautifully warm, like any felted wool fabric, the cut edges don't fray, no seams necessary.
Warm, but breathable, this would make a lovely cardigan, dress, waist coat, cape, jumper, skirt, coat, jacket, poncho, shawl, leg or hand warmers, children's clothing and even cushion covers or blankets. Also sleeping bags for babies or hot water bottle covers can be made from this fabric.
Endless opportunities and even off cuts can be used for decorations.
~ Please allow 7-10 days for fabric orders fulfillment in case we don't have enough in stock, due to limited storage space. We will get in touch, should that be the case. ~
Material:
100% wool
Width: 140cm/55.11inches
Weight: 380g/sqm
dyed
boiled wool/felted
Produced in Italy
Care: Brush or air out during the night, if needed wash by hand using an organic wool laundry detergent.
Please get in touch for different or bigger quantities!
WOOLWALK HEATHER ~ Felted Wool fabric
Beautifully dyed, gorgeous wool walk. Not as soft as our other felted woolwalk fabrics, but still soft enough and gorgeous. Knitted, followed by walking, this fabric is very comfortable to wear and doesn't need any seaming. Made in Italy, using only mulesing free wool like all our other wool products.
Italian wool walk ~ Felted Wool Fabric also known as Woolwalk or walked wool
High quality Italian fabric, this lovely walked and felted woolen fabric is perfect for the colder months of the year. Beautifully warm, like any felted wool fabric, the cut edges don't fray, no seams necessary.
Warm, but breathable, this would make a lovely cardigan, dress, waist coat, cape, jumper, skirt, coat, jacket, poncho, shawl, leg or hand warmers, children's clothing and even cushion covers or blankets. Also sleeping bags for babies or hot water bottle covers can be made from this fabric.
Endless opportunities and even off cuts can be used for decorations.
~ Please allow 7-10 days for fabric orders fulfillment in case we don't have enough in stock, due to limited storage space. We will get in touch, should that be the case. ~
Material:
100% wool
Width: 135cm/53.14inches
Weight: 395g/sqm
dyed
boiled wool/felted
Produced in Italy
Care: Brush or air out during the night, if needed wash by hand using an organic wool laundry detergent.
Please get in touch for different or bigger quantities!