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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in a rich plummy purple

Zwergpflaume – Nene DK 100g

£18.00

Zwergpflaume: Damson

A luxurious plum purple, this colourway is sophisticated and looks great on a wide range of skin tones. 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 Zwergpflaume, a deep plum colour

Zwergpflaume – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£22.00

Zwergpflaume: Damson

A luxurious plum purple, this colourway is sophisticated and looks great on a wide range of skin tones. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your 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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Yorkshire Fog – Northampton Shear – Shetland Lace & 4 Ply 50g

£11.00

Colourway: Yorkshire Fog

Fibre Content: 100% British Shetland Wool

Specification: 4 Ply / fingering weight - 175m / 50g and Lace weight - 350m / 50g

Fibre: Sourced from Braunston, Northamptonshire, UK

Processing: Spun in Wales, dyed in our studio in Northamptonshire

We're delighted to have in stock the second batch of our most local wool yet: from flocks in Northamptonshire. This comes mostly from a flock of Shetlands in Braunston (with additions from neighbouring flocks); a major canal destination that can be reached by boat from our studio in one day! Flock owners Lynne and David have been breeding Shetland sheep for 17 years, focusing specifically on the quality of the wool, which is incredibly soft. The yarn has a heathered appearance, as many different coloured fleeces have gone into this delightfully local spin. This year we have 2 undyed, natural shades and 6 dyed.

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BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Yellow.

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

Rated 4.80 out of 5

£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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Weißdornbeeren skeins dyed in a deep rich red

Weißdornbeeren (Old Recipe) – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£18.00

Weißdornbeeren: Hawthorn Berries

A deep, rich red, just like the berries. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your 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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Weißdornbeeren – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£18.00

Weißdornbeeren: Hawthorn Berries

A deep, rich red, just like the berries. 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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Weißdornbeeren – Nene 4 Ply 100g

£22.00

Weißdornbeeren: Hawthorn Berries

This colourway has been revamped to better reflect the deep, rich red of the berries. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your 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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BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Violet.

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

Rated 4.70 out of 5

£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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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in a deep blue

Unterwasserwelt – Nene DK 100g

£18.00

Unterwasserwelt: Underwater World

With hints of inky sapphires, this colourway sits somewhere between navy and royal blue. 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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Unterwasserwelt – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£22.00

Unterwasserwelt: Underwater World

With hints of inky sapphires, this colourway sits somewhere between navy and royal blue. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your 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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BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Turquoise.

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

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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Skeins dyed in variegated greens with hints of copper and red

Towpath – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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Towpath – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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BFL 4 Ply Mini skeins ranging from dark to light Tomato.

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

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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50g skeins of light aqua Summerfell yarn

Tide – Summerfell – Cheviot & Nettle 4 Ply 50g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£11.00

Colourway: Tide

Fibre Content: 70% Cheviot Wool, 30% Nettle

Specification: 4 Ply / fingering weight - 200m / 50g

Fibre: Cheviot wool sourced from 2 flocks in the Lake Districts and the Highlands, FSC and OEKO-TEX certified nettle fibre from China

Processing: Spun in Italy, dyed in our studio in Northamptonshire

This limited edition summer yarn comes from the fab folk at The Wool Library. The crisp blend of Cheviot wool with nettle makes for a lovely lightweight yarn with a pearly sheen. The nettle adds strength without the use of synthetic fibres.

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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in forest green

Tannenbaum – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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 warm chestnut brown yarn

Sweet Chestnut – Lyn DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£22.00

Fibre Content: 50% Exmoor Blueface

30% Bluefaced Leicester

20% Wensleydale Wool

Specification: DK weight - 233m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced in Devon, UK

Processing: Spun and hand dyed in Britain

Recommended needle & hook size: 3.5mm - 4.5mm (always check the pattern)

Lyn is spun in Devon by John Arbon Textiles, from wool sourced locally to the mill. It's a worsted, plied DK weight yarn with a fabulous sheepy texture. The Exmoor Blueface and Bluefaced Leicester wools provide super softness and warmth, while the Wensleydale wool lends lustre and a subtle shine to the blend. It's a yarn dyer and crafter's dream! We recommend it for a wide range of stitch patterns and projects.

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Close up of Aysgarth in the Sweet Chestnut colourway

Skeins of Aysgarth in the Sweet Chestnut colourway

Sweet Chestnut – Aysgarth 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£23.00

Fibre Content: 100% Wensleydale Wool

Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 350m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced in the UK

Processing: Spun and hand dyed in Britain

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.0mm - 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

Aysgarth is 100% lustrous British Wensleydale wool. Its appearance is similar to the shine and the halo of mohair and it feels like a warm woolly hug. Seriously, you won't be able to stop stroking this yarn! It comes from sheep who have amazing long curly locks and it is a hand dyer's favourite for its colour uptake. The yarn is worsted spun and plied, and has a draping handle, making it ideal for statement pieces. Remember to always block your projects for the best outcome. Please note that this is a non-superwash yarn, so it can be felted if you want.

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Summerfell Mini Skeins – Cheviot & Nettle 4 Ply

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£26.40

Fibre Content: 70% Cheviot Wool, 30% Nettle

Specification (per mini skein): 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 80m / 20g

Specification (per set of 6 minis): 480m / 120g

Fibre: Cheviot wool sourced from 2 flocks in the Lake Districts and the Highlands, FSC and OEKO-TEX certified nettle fibre from China

Processing: Spun in Italy, dyed in our studio in Northamptonshire

Get those summer vibes with this limited edition mini skein set! Summerfell comes from the fab folk at The Wool Library. The crisp blend of Cheviot wool with nettle makes for a lovely lightweight yarn with a pearly sheen. The nettle adds strength without the use of synthetic fibres.

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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in charcoal grey

Sturmwolke – Nene DK 100g

Rated 4.85 out of 5

£18.00

Sturmwolke: Storm Cloud

Charcoal grey, the understated and elegant neutral. Sturmwolke can be warmed up or cooled down depending on what you pair it with. 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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Steinchen – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£22.00

Steinchen: Pebble

Taking its name from the smooth and tactile little stones, but the sheen of the yarn gives it an almost metallic quality. It works up with a subtle variance in tone, bringing texture and life to your 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 soft blues, greens, and pink

Stealing Strawberries – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 4.81 out of 5

£22.00

Inspired by vintage William Morris.

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

Starry Night – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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 DK in deep turquoise teal

Sommerlicher Nachthimmel – Nene DK 100g

£18.00

Sommerlicher Nachthimmel: Summertime Night Sky

A dreamy turquoise teal, this colourway looks stunning by itself and can also be paired with both warm and cool colours. 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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Snowdonia Sock – 50g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£10.50

Snowdonia Sock:

Fibre Content: Organic Romney & Hebridean Wool

Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 200m / 50g

Fibre: Sourced from South Wales, the Scottish Highlands, and South West England

Processing: Spun in Yorkshire and hand finished in Wales

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Close up of skeins of Northampton Shear Leicester Longwool in the colourway Snorscombe

Skeins of Northampton Shear Leicester Longwool in the colourway Snorscombe

Snorscombe – Northampton Shear – Leicester Longwool Sport 100g

£19.90

Colourway: Snorscombe

Fibre Content: 100% British Leicester Longwool

Specification: Sport weight / heavy 4 Ply - 300m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced from Astcote, Northamptonshire, UK

Processing: Spun in Yorkshire, dyed in the UK

We're delighted to introduce you to our most local wool yet: from flocks in Northamptonshire. This comes from a single flock of Leicester Longwool sheep in Astcote, just down the A5 from our Weedon Bec studio. Flock owners Chris and Barry favour black Leicesters, which is why the yarn has a heathered appearance, as all the shades of black, grey, silver, and white have gone into this delightfully local spin.

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Dark purple yarn with hints of blue and plum

Sloe Gin – Lyn DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£22.00

Fibre Content: 50% Exmoor Blueface

30% Bluefaced Leicester

20% Wensleydale Wool

Specification: DK weight – 233m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced in Devon, UK

Processing: Spun and hand dyed in Britain

Recommended needle & hook size: 3.5mm – 4.5mm (always check the pattern)

Lyn is spun in Devon by John Arbon Textiles, from wool sourced locally to the mill. It’s a worsted, plied DK weight yarn with a fabulous sheepy texture. The Exmoor Blueface and Bluefaced Leicester wools provide super softness and warmth, while the Wensleydale wool lends lustre and a subtle shine to the blend. It’s a yarn dyer and crafter’s dream! We recommend it for a wide range of stitch patterns and projects.

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Close up of Aysgarth in the Sloe Gin colourway

Skeins of Aysgarth in the Sloe Gin colourway

Sloe Gin – Aysgarth 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£23.00

Fibre Content: 100% Wensleydale Wool

Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight – 350m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced in the UK

Processing: Spun and hand dyed in Britain

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.0mm – 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

Aysgarth is 100% lustrous British Wensleydale wool. Its appearance is similar to the shine and the halo of mohair and it feels like a warm woolly hug. Seriously, you won’t be able to stop stroking this yarn! It comes from sheep who have amazing long curly locks and it is a hand dyer’s favourite for its colour uptake. The yarn is worsted spun and plied, and has a draping handle, making it ideal for statement pieces. Remember to always block your projects for the best outcome. Please note that this is a non-superwash yarn, so it can be felted if you want.

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Silbermond – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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Silbermond – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 4.90 out of 5

£22.00

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: 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

Shroom – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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Shroom – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in variegated deep blues, teals, and burgundy red

Shepherd’s Warning – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£18.00

“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: 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 dark blues with a hint of burgundy red

Shepherd’s Warning – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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4 skeins of Severn 4 Ply in chartreuse, mustard, ecru, and light teal

A skein of Severn 4 Ply in a warm mustard colour

Scarborough Fair – Severn 4 Ply 50g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£9.00

Fibre Content: 100% British Jacob wool

Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 175m / 50g

Fibre: Sourced from Worcestershire, UK

Processing: Spun in Ceridigion, Wales, dyed in the UK

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.5mm - 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

This is a light and airy woollen-spun and plied yarn from a single farm in Worcestershire. Jacob sheep are one of the oldest native breeds in the UK. They are striking in their appearance, with white and brown fleeces and multiple horns! We sorted the fleeces by hand, separating the white from the brown. We have natural and dyed shades available. The wool is hardwearing and makes lightweight, warm garments that soften beautifully with age. Use it for hats, mittens, jumpers, and house socks and slippers. The yarn is made up of 2 plies, which lends itself well to lace patterns and stranded colourwork. This yarn hasn’t been superwash-treated, so it will felt if you want it to. This also makes it an excellent candidate for steeking, if you’re brave enough!

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Close up of Aysgarth in the Sapphire colourway

Skeins of Aysgarth in the Sapphire colourway

Sapphire – Aysgarth 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£23.00

Fibre Content: 100% Wensleydale Wool

Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 350m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced in the UK

Processing: Spun and hand dyed in Britain

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.0mm - 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

Aysgarth is 100% lustrous British Wensleydale wool. Its appearance is similar to the shine and the halo of mohair and it feels like a warm woolly hug. Seriously, you won't be able to stop stroking this yarn! It comes from sheep who have amazing long curly locks and it is a hand dyer's favourite for its colour uptake. The yarn is worsted spun and plied, and has a draping handle, making it ideal for statement pieces. Remember to always block your projects for the best outcome. Please note that this is a non-superwash yarn, so it can be felted if you want.

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Salzbrise – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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Salzbrise – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£22.00

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: 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 group of 4 skeins in rich brown, navy blue, teal, and green

A skein of Severn 4 Ply in a rich brown colour

Rustle – Severn 4 Ply 50g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£9.00

Fibre Content: 100% British Jacob wool

Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 175m / 50g

Fibre: Sourced from Worcestershire, UK

Processing: Spun in Ceridigion, Wales, dyed in the UK

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.5mm - 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

This is a light and airy woollen-spun and plied yarn from a single farm in Worcestershire. Jacob sheep are one of the oldest native breeds in the UK. They are striking in their appearance, with white and brown fleeces and multiple horns! We sorted the fleeces by hand, separating the white from the brown. We have natural and dyed shades available. The wool is hardwearing and makes lightweight, warm garments that soften beautifully with age. Use it for hats, mittens, jumpers, and house socks and slippers. The yarn is made up of 2 plies, which lends itself well to lace patterns and stranded colourwork. This yarn hasn’t been superwash-treated, so it will felt if you want it to. This also makes it an excellent candidate for steeking, if you’re brave enough!

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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in ginger brown

Rost – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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 4 Ply in ginger brown

Rost – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 4.90 out of 5

£22.00

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: 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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Rosehip – Lyn DK 100g

£22.00

Fibre Content: 50% Exmoor Blueface

30% Bluefaced Leicester

20% Wensleydale Wool

Specification: DK weight - 233m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced in Devon, UK

Processing: Spun and hand dyed in Britain

Recommended needle & hook size: 3.5mm - 4.5mm (always check the pattern)

Lyn is spun in Devon by John Arbon Textiles, from wool sourced locally to the mill. It's a worsted, plied DK weight yarn with a fabulous sheepy texture. The Exmoor Blueface and Bluefaced Leicester wools provide super softness and warmth, while the Wensleydale wool lends lustre and a subtle shine to the blend. It's a yarn dyer and crafter's dream! We recommend it for a wide range of stitch patterns and projects.

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Close up of Aysgarth in the Rosehip colourway

Skeins of Aysgarth in the Rosehip colourway

Rosehip – Aysgarth 4 Ply 100g

£23.00

Fibre Content: 100% Wensleydale Wool

Specification: 4 ply / fingering weight - 350m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced in the UK

Processing: Spun and hand dyed in Britain

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.0mm - 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

Aysgarth is 100% lustrous British Wensleydale wool. Its appearance is similar to the shine and the halo of mohair and it feels like a warm woolly hug. Seriously, you won't be able to stop stroking this yarn! It comes from sheep who have amazing long curly locks and it is a hand dyer's favourite for its colour uptake. The yarn is worsted spun and plied, and has a draping handle, making it ideal for statement pieces. Remember to always block your projects for the best outcome. Please note that this is a non-superwash yarn, so it can be felted if you want.

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A group of 3 skeins in dark red, natural brown, and a strong burnt red colour

A skein of Severn 4 Ply in a rich burnt red colour

Rolling Home – Severn 4 Ply 50g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£9.00

Fibre Content: 100% British Jacob wool

Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 175m / 50g

Fibre: Sourced from Worcestershire, UK

Processing: Spun in Ceridigion, Wales, dyed in the UK

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.5mm - 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

This is a light and airy woollen-spun and plied yarn from a single farm in Worcestershire. Jacob sheep are one of the oldest native breeds in the UK. They are striking in their appearance, with white and brown fleeces and multiple horns! We sorted the fleeces by hand, separating the white from the brown. We have natural and dyed shades available. The wool is hardwearing and makes lightweight, warm garments that soften beautifully with age. Use it for hats, mittens, jumpers, and house socks and slippers. The yarn is made up of 2 plies, which lends itself well to lace patterns and stranded colourwork. This yarn hasn’t been superwash-treated, so it will felt if you want it to. This also makes it an excellent candidate for steeking, if you’re brave enough!

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50g skeins of variegated blue-green Summerfell yarn

Rockpool – Summerfell – Cheviot & Nettle 4 Ply 50g

£11.00

Colourway: Rockpool

Fibre Content: 70% Cheviot Wool, 30% Nettle

Specification: 4 Ply / fingering weight - 200m / 50g

Fibre: Cheviot wool sourced from 2 flocks in the Lake Districts and the Highlands, FSC and OEKO-TEX certified nettle fibre from China

Processing: Spun in Italy, dyed in our studio in Northamptonshire

This limited edition summer yarn comes from the fab folk at The Wool Library. The crisp blend of Cheviot wool with nettle makes for a lovely lightweight yarn with a pearly sheen. The nettle adds strength without the use of synthetic fibres.

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Reedmace – Northampton Shear – Shetland Lace & 4 Ply 50g

£11.00

Colourway: Reedmace (undyed / natural)

Fibre Content: 100% British Shetland Wool

Specification: 4 Ply / fingering weight - 175m / 50g and Lace weight - 350m / 50g

Fibre: Sourced from Braunston, Northamptonshire, UK

Processing: Spun in Wales, dyed in our studio in Northamptonshire

We're delighted to have in stock the second batch of our most local wool yet: from flocks in Northamptonshire. This comes mostly from a flock of Shetlands in Braunston (with additions from neighbouring flocks); a major canal destination that can be reached by boat from our studio in one day! Flock owners Lynne and David have been breeding Shetland sheep for 17 years, focusing specifically on the quality of the wool, which is incredibly soft. The yarn has a heathered appearance, as many different coloured fleeces have gone into this delightfully local spin. This year we have 2 undyed, natural shades and 6 dyed.

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A skein of Severn 4 Ply in a chartreuse colour

Rattlin Bog – Severn 4 Ply 50g

£9.00

Fibre Content: 100% British Jacob wool

Specification: 4 Ply / Fingering weight - 175m / 50g

Fibre: Sourced from Worcestershire, UK

Processing: Spun in Ceridigion, Wales, dyed in the UK

Recommended needle & hook size: 2.5mm - 3.75mm (always check the pattern)

This is a light and airy woollen-spun and plied yarn from a single farm in Worcestershire. Jacob sheep are one of the oldest native breeds in the UK. They are striking in their appearance, with white and brown fleeces and multiple horns! We sorted the fleeces by hand, separating the white from the brown. We have natural and dyed shades available. The wool is hardwearing and makes lightweight, warm garments that soften beautifully with age. Use it for hats, mittens, jumpers, and house socks and slippers. The yarn is made up of 2 plies, which lends itself well to lace patterns and stranded colourwork. This yarn hasn’t been superwash-treated, so it will felt if you want it to. This also makes it an excellent candidate for steeking, if you’re brave enough!

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