5ply Shetland Yarn is Jamieson & Smith's newest yarn range and we are so excited to get it on our needles! This 100% Real Shetland Wool, plied Sport Weight yarn is perfect for knitting Ganseys and Fair Isle garments and accessories.
BREED: Shetland
BALL/SKEIN LENGTH: approx 125yds / 50g ball
YARN THICKNESS: 5ply / Sport Weight
FINISH: Worsted Spun
PACKAGE: approx. 50g balls
CARE: hand wash. air dry.
Made in UK
With color inspiration from the colors in the Shetland landscape and the maritime heritage, it is such a beautiful collection of 20 shades! Using two bases - 13 of the shades are dyed on the White base and 5 of the same shades are overdyed on the Natural Grey base, these are the 'Twilight' shades. Please remember that every effort is taken to represent the true colors of the yarn and that monitor settings will vary.
If you are looking for some pattern inspiration, check these out:
Happy with my purchase and the details with the packaging.
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Ridie
The best for Ganseys work!
Although I didn't use my ball of J & S 5 ply for an actual Ganseys sweater, I bought this yarn to make a pair of Ultima Mitts by Ella Gordon Designs, a pattern inspired by traditional Ganseys and available through Woolly Thistle. This yarn is perfect for Gansey style knitting, the colors are bright, and the pattern of the stitches comes through tight and clean. I am using US 2 needles for this project. As always Woolley Thistle is a delight to work with. They are very responsive and knowledgeable and clearly committed to their craft. I highly recommend you try this J & S 5 ply wool.