WEST YORKSHIRE SPINNERS
Retreat Super Chunky
Shade pictured Passion (1115)
Ball weight/length 200g/120m
Needle size 10mm (UK 000/US 15)
Tension 9 sts and 14 rows to 10cm
Fibre content 100% Bluefaced Kerry Hill wool
Care Hand wash RRP £14
Contact www.knitrowan.com 01535 664500
This is the new super-chunky version of the Retreat roving yarn, and it has been designed with winter knits in mind. It knits up into a plump, warm fabric; the Bluefaced Kerry Hill wool gives it a lustrous glow, and the stitches bloom with washing. Chloé Elizabeth Birch has designed a book of clothing and homeware projects to accompany the yarn launch.
NORO Madara
Shade pictured Sake (01)
Skein weight/length 100g/200m
Needle size 4.5-5mm (UK 7-6/US 7-8)
Tension 15-17 sts and 22-24 rows to 10cm
Fibre content 60% wool, 30% silk, 10% alpaca
Care Hand wash RRP £20.99
Contact www.knittingfever.com
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