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

Kingfisher – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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

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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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 4 Ply in variegated greys, slate blue-grey, and moss green

Cairn – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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Baa – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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

Giant Squirrel – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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Baa – Nene DK 100g

Rated 4.86 out of 5

£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: DK weight - 225m / 100g

Fibre: Sourced from UK flocks

Processing: Spun in the UK, un-dyed

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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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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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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in variegated greys, slate blue-grey, and moss green

Cairn – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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.

My Heart Bleeds Wine – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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

Mermaid – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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A pile of skeins in orange, blues, and browny greens

Navvy – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 4.89 out of 5

£22.00

It was thanks to the dangerous and back-breaking work of the Navvies that the canals were cut and built. This colourway is a nod to our industrial heritage with its brick red and canal-inspired blues and greens. 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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Close up of Aysgarth in the Bright Copper colourway

Skeins of Aysgarth in the Bright Copper colourway

Bright Copper – 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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Close up of Aysgarth in the New Tin colourway

Skeins of Aysgarth in the New Tin colourway

New Tin – 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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Close up of Aysgarth in the Antique Pewter colourway

Skeins of Aysgarth in the Antique Pewter colourway

Antique Pewter – 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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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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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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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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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 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 DK in golden mustard

Erntedank – Nene DK 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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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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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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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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A pile of skeins of Nene DK in faded rose pink

Brombeer-Zweig – Nene DK 100g

£18.00

Brombeer-Zweig: Bramble Twig

The duskiest of rose pinks, a late summer romance. 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 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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Skeins of First Footing, a festive pine green and jade colourway

First Footing – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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

Golden Hour – Nene 4 Ply 100g

Rated 5.00 out of 5

£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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