We review a range of interesting fibre blends and British yarns which are worth a look for your seasonal projects
Reviews
KING COLE Linendale DK
Shade pictured Damson (5243) Ball weight/length 50g/120m Needle size 4mm (UK 8/US 6) Tension 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm Fibre content 57% cotton, 30% viscose, 13% linen Care Machine wash 30°C RRP £2.89 Contact www.kingcole.com 01756 703670
This yarn has a chainette construction and blends cotton, viscose and linen, knitting up into a distinctively textured fabric with a slightly rustic look. Knits made with Linendale will feel cool, calming and breathable, with a good drape, making this an ideal choice for summer knits. Choose from a palette of chalky shades and brighter jewel tones.
MALABRIGO YARN Ultimate Sock
Shade pictured Frank Ochre (035) Skein weight/length 100g/385m Needle size 2.25-3.25mm (UK 13-10/US 1-3) Tension 30-32 sts to 10cm Fibre content 75% superwash Merino wool, 25% nylon Care Machine wash cold RRP £15.99 Contact www.malabrigoyarn.com Available from www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
Ultimate Sock combines the appeal of Malabrigo’s popular pure wool sock yarn with the added durability of nylon. There are 30 semi-solid, variegated and speckled shades to enjoy, including iconic Malabrigo hues and exclusive new colours. The yarn offers crisp, neat stitches and a super-soft fabric, so you’ll be able to create a treat for your feet.
RICO DESIGN Superba Bamboo Superwash
Shade pictured Fire (044) Ball weight/length 100g/420m Needle size 2-3mm (UK 14-11/US 0-2) Tension 30 sts and 42 rows to 10cm Fibre content 50% wool, 25% polyamide, 25% viscose Care Machine wash 40°C RRP £8.99 Contact www.rico-design.de
Enjoy hand-knitted socks with extra softness with this mix of wool, bamboo-sourced viscose and polyamide. Textured patterns will be well defined, and the draping fabric is suitable for shawls and lightweight garments, too. Multi-coloured options like our sample have short colour changes for a random effect; self-striping colourways are also available.
KREMKE SOUL WOOL Reborn Wool Recycled
Shade pictured Mustard Yellow (07) Skein weight/length 100g/200m Needle size 5mm (UK 6/US 8) Tension 16 sts and 24 rows to 10cm Fibre content 65% wool, 25% polyacryl, 10% nylon Care Machine wash 30°C RRP £5.50 Contact www.soul-wool.com
This aran-weight is produced from 100% post-consumer recycled textiles; the fib
