Jamieson's of Shetland Double Knitting Yarn is here in all of its woolly goodness! Grown and spun on the Shetland Islands with 100% Shetland wool, this DK weight yarn is ideal for Fair Isle Knitting when you're looking for a thicker yarn than the fingering weight of Jamieson's of Shetland Spindrift. Jamieson's of Shetland Double Knitting will knit up more quickly and make those woolly projects even cozier!
These 25 gram balls come in a wide variety of colors, perfect for endless colorwork fun in your garments, mittens, hats, cowls and beyond.
Breed: 100% Shetland wool
Weight: Double Knitting (DK Weight)
Package: 25g ball
Length: ~82 yards (75 meters) / 25g ball
Gauge: 25 sts = 4" on US 5 Needles
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Exceptional stitch definition and classic Shetland character
I absolutely love the feel and handling of Jamieson's of Shetland Double Knitting (DK). It strikes the perfect balance for traditional knitting: it is delightfully sturdy and structured, making it an absolute dream for intricate colorwork and fair isle patterning, yet it still retains a lovely, wearable softness. The stitch definition is excellent, and the fabric blooms beautifully after washing. My only regret is that I didn't purchase more. I am already looking forward to cast-on plans for my next project with this yarn—it has easily become a staple in my stash.
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Jennifer M.
Yummy Yarn!
This yarn in beautiful and bouncy and just lovely to knit with!