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 fresh organic Dyer's Chamomile and Coreopsis
Turin Buí (yellow) ~ Wool/Silk/Ramie yarn dyed with organic buckthorn bark
Turin has been an old time favourite in our collection. This magical yarn effortlessly transforms into durable socks or luxurious clothing. The yarn is soft, light and has a gorgeous sheen. The added Ramie (processed nettle) and silk content, gives this yarn the needed strength for long lasting socks, sweaters and other garments. As you can see an absolute all rounder!
Turin is made from 60% pure wool, 20% mulberry silk and 20% Ramie. The wool comes from South America, the ramie fibre and mulberry silk is imported from China and the final yarn is spun in Czechia, Europe.
Once done, we apply the final colour touch, using only sustainable, no impact dyeing methods and organic ingredients. Turin is a joy to dye and it has a beautiful saturated, yet semi solid colour uptake.
In a nutshell:
Weight: 100g = 3.5 oz skeins
Meterage: 425m = 465yards = 4ply
Suggested Knitting Needles: 3mm (metric needle size) = Size 3 (USA)
Lima Buí (yellow) ~ Wool/Linen/Tussah Silk yarn dyed with organic buckthorn bark
Lima is a new and rather cool addition to our growing yarn range. The yarn is soft, light and with a little sheen. Rather than mulberry silk, Lima is made using tussah silk, also known as peace silk. The worm had the chance to leave the cocoon, creating a partly crystalized silk thread. This results in a difficult fibre to dye, but works beautifully in a blended yarn.
Add the linen content and Lima has a more speckled and slightly textured appearance. Lima is a versatile yarn, with structure, softness and longevity. A pleasure to knit and wear, especially in the warmer seasons.
Lima is made from 50% pure wool, 25% Tussah silk and 25% Linen. The entire wool production is done in Peru from the raising of the sheep to the finished yarn. The mulberry silk is imported from China and the linen from South America, but all is spun in Peru.
Once done, we apply the final colour touch, using only sustainable, no impact dyeing methods and organic ingredients.
In a nutshell:
Weight: 100g = 3.5 oz skeins
Meterage: 350m = 383yards = 4ply/Sport
Suggested Knitting Needles: 3mm (metric needle size) = Size 4 (USA)
Síoda Solas na gréine (Sunshine)~ Merino Silk yarn dyed with Madder & organic hawthorn and organic buckthorn bark
Síoda is one of our favourite sellers. The yarn is soft, light and yet with a light drape. The high mulberry silk content gives it a beautiful sheen and a signature luxury similar to our yeti yarn. A pleasure to knit and a joy to wear.
Síoda is made from 50% Mulberry Silk and 50% Merino wool. The entire wool production is done in Peru from the raising of the sheep to the finished yarn. The mulberry silk is imported from China, but all is spun in Peru.
Once done, we apply the final colour touch, using only sustainable, no impact dyeing methods and organic ingredients.
In a nutshell:
Weight: 100g = 3.5 oz skeins
Meterage: 440m = 481 yards = 4ply
Suggested Knitting Needles: 2-3mm (metric needle size) = Size 3-4 (USA)
Síoda~ Buí (yellow) ~ Merino Silk yarn dyed with organic buckthorn bark
Síoda is one of our favourite sellers. The yarn is soft, light and yet with a light drape. The high mulberry silk content gives it a beautiful sheen and a signature luxury similar to our yeti yarn. A pleasure to knit and a joy to wear.
Síoda is made from 50% Mulberry Silk and 50% Merino wool. The entire wool production is done in Peru from the raising of the sheep to the finished yarn. The mulberry silk is imported from China, but all is spun in Peru.
Once done, we apply the final colour touch, using only sustainable, no impact dyeing methods and organic ingredients.
In a nutshell:
Weight: 100g = 3.5 oz skeins
Meterage: 440m = 481 yards = 4ply
Suggested Knitting Needles: 2-3mm (metric needle size) = Size 3-4 (USA)
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