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Nene is our staple yarn and it is gorgeously soft and versatile. It is spun in Yorkshire from fibre from UK Bluefaced Leicester flocks.

  • Nene 4 Ply

    Nene 4 Ply (39)

  • Nene 4 Ply Minis

    Nene 4 Ply Minis (15)

  • Nene DK

    Nene DK (18)

  • Skeins of Kingfisher in colours reminiscent of the bird: blue, turquoise and orange. Skeins of Kingfisher in colours reminiscent of the bird: blue, turquoise and orange.

    Kingfisher – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    We always say it's a good day when you spy a kingfisher. These elusive birds are stunning with their iridescent coats of blue, turquoise, and that orange belly..! We had to have a colourway inspired by them. This is highly variegated and that makes it a lot of fun to work with as every stitch is a different colour. Looks great in simple knit and crochet patterns.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • Skeins of Shroom - highly variegated autumnal colours Skeins of Shroom - highly variegated autumnal colours

    Shroom – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    A firm favourite, this autumnal colourway is inspired by the softer colours found at that time of year. It’s highly variegated and that makes it a lot of fun to work with because every stitch is different. The gentle colours blend beautifully in the finished project. You can use this for textured as well as simple patterns.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight – 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    Skeins of yarn that are variegated from dark to light blue with bright yellow speckles Skeins of yarn that are variegated from dark to light blue with bright yellow speckles

    Starry Night – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    Inspired by the famous impressionist painter Van Gogh - this colourway knits up as a deep variegated blue with bright stars speckled throughout. Knit or crochet in a simple pattern to show off your own starry night!
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • A pile of skeins of Nene 4 Ply in variegated greys, slate blue-grey, and moss green A pile of skeins of Nene 4 Ply in variegated greys, slate blue-grey, and moss green

    Cairn – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    It was the tradition of carrying a stone up a mountainside to place on the cairn at the summit that inspired this colourway. Slate greys sit in perfect harmony with the mossy green, giving it a timeless look. It is subtly variegated and can be used for both simple and textured designs.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • A pile of un-dyed ecru skeins A pile of un-dyed ecru skeins

    Baa – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £15.00
    Baa! The colour of sheep! Because sometimes you need that neutral ecru in the exact same yarn as your hand dyed beauties.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, un-dyed
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  • Skeins of Giant Squirrel - in burnt reds, oranges, mustard, and grey Skeins of Giant Squirrel - in burnt reds, oranges, mustard, and grey

    Giant Squirrel – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    Inspired by the Malabar Giant Squirrel. A stunning creature with burnt reds, oranges, and golden mustards in its coat. This colourway is highly variegated and makes for a very enjoyable process as every stitch is a different colour. The colours blend beautifully in the finished fabric.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    Skeins of Shroom - highly variegated autumnal colours Skeins of Shroom - highly variegated autumnal colours

    Shroom – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    A firm favourite, this autumnal colourway is inspired by the softer colours found at that time of year. It's highly variegated and that makes it a lot of fun to work with because every stitch is different. The gentle colours blend beautifully in the finished project. You can use this for textured as well as simple patterns.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight - 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    Skeins dyed in variegated greens with hints of copper and red Skeins dyed in variegated greens with hints of copper and red

    Towpath – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    Another canal-inspired colourway; the towpath is the path travels alongside the cutting. Originally it was for horses to tow working boats, hence the name, but now it is home to wildlife, walkers, cyclists, and boaters alike. Although quite highly variegated, the colours are light and will allow textured patterns to shine through while lending visual interest to simple ones. The gentle colours blend beautifully in the finished project.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight - 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    A pile of skeins of Nene DK in variegated greys, slate blue-grey, and moss green A pile of skeins of Nene DK in variegated greys, slate blue-grey, and moss green

    Cairn – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    It was the tradition of carrying a stone up a mountainside to place on the cairn at the summit that inspired this colourway. Slate greys sit in perfect harmony with the mossy green, giving it a timeless look. It is subtly variegated and can be used for both simple and textured designs.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight – 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • Skeins in variegated pinky reds and a hint of blue. Skeins in variegated pinky reds and a hint of blue.

    My Heart Bleeds Wine – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    An enduringly popular colourway with rich wine reds, pinks, and royal blue. It’s highly variegated so every stitch is a different colour, which makes for a fun crochet or knitting experience. The colours blend beautifully in the final fabric.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight – 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • Skeins of Mermaid, a rainbowy highly variegated colourway Skeins of Mermaid, a rainbowy highly variegated colourway

    Mermaid – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    Mermaid is one of our original and most beloved colourways. The highly variegated teals, blues, pinks, and other colours blend to create a fresh and vivacious-looking project. Try crocheting with this one, it looks superb!
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • Skeins dyed in variegated greens with hints of copper and red Skeins dyed in variegated greens with hints of copper and red

    Towpath – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    Another canal-inspired colourway; the towpath is the path travels alongside the cutting. Originally it was for horses to tow working boats, hence the name, but now it is home to wildlife, walkers, cyclists, and boaters alike. Although quite highly variegated, the colours are light and will allow textured patterns to shine through while lending visual interest to simple ones. The gentle colours blend beautifully in the finished project.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • Skeins dyed in variegated dark blues with a hint of burgundy red Skeins dyed in variegated dark blues with a hint of burgundy red

    Shepherd’s Warning – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    "Red sky in the morning, shepherd's warning." Deep and dramatic blues with a hint of burgundy red make up this striking colourway. It is subtly variegated and can be used for both simple and textured designs.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    A pile of skeins of Nene DK in forest green A pile of skeins of Nene DK in forest green

    Tannenbaum – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    Tannenbaum: Christmas Tree
    This deep forest green is great all year round. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your project.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight - 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    A pile of skeins of Nene DK in ginger brown A pile of skeins of Nene DK in ginger brown

    Rost – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    Rost: Rust
    Why must corrosion be so pretty? There are also cinnamon and ginger hints in this warm colourway. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your project.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight - 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    A pile of skeins of Nene DK in golden mustard A pile of skeins of Nene DK in golden mustard

    Erntedank – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    Erntedank: Harvest Thanks
    A warm golden mustard, this colourway is reminiscent of late summer days. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your project.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight - 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    Skeins in a very light silver Skeins in a very light silver

    Silbermond – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    Silbermond: Silver Moon
    The lightest of silver greys, a true neutral that lends itself well to warm and cool colours, but also stands up on its own. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your project.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight - 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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    Skeins in a gentle blue-green Skeins in a gentle blue-green

    Salzbrise – Nene DK 100g

    £18.00
    Salzbrise: Salt Breeze
    This soft blue-green reminds us of sea glass and days at the beach. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your project.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: DK weight - 225m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in the UK, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • Skeins of First Footing, a festive pine green and jade colourway Skeins of First Footing, a festive pine green and jade colourway

    First Footing – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    This colourway takes its name from the New Year's tradition of First Footing; bringing gifts and good luck to a home at the stroke of midnight. The dark pine greens and jades work up with a subtle variegation so you can show off textured patterns in this yarn.
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • Skeins of Golden Hour - a bright golden yellow Skeins of Golden Hour - a bright golden yellow

    Golden Hour – Nene 4 Ply 100g

    £22.00
    Inspired by that magical golden light beloved by photographers everywhere as the sun rises in the morning and sets in the evening. It's an irrepressibly happy yellow, guaranteed to put a smile on your face as you knit or crochet!
     
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 400m / 100g
    Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
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  • BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Tomato.

    Tomato – Individual Mini Skeins – Nene 4 Ply 20g 80m

    £4.40
    Nene 4 Ply Mini:
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 80m / 20g
    Fibre: Sourced in the UK
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
     
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  • BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Orange.

    Orange – Individual Mini Skeins – Nene 4 Ply 20g 80m

    £4.40
    Nene 4 Ply Mini:
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 80m / 20g
    Fibre: Sourced in the UK
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
     
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  • BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Gold.

    Gold – Individual Mini Skeins – Nene 4 Ply 20g 80m

    £4.40
    Nene 4 Ply Mini:
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 80m / 20g
    Fibre: Sourced in the UK
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
     
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  • BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Lime.

    Lime – Individual Mini Skeins – Nene 4 Ply 20g 80m

    £4.40
    Nene 4 Ply Mini:
    Fibre Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Wool
    Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 80m / 20g
    Fibre: Sourced in the UK
    Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, hand dyed by us in Northamptonshire
     
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