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Lovely to knit with and the self stripe pattern makes it easy to match the second sock without having to count the rows. Would like to have put in a photo to show the pleasing pattern. Lovely country colours.
Lovely to knit with and the self stripe pattern makes it easy to match the second sock without having to count the rows. Would like to have put in a photo to show the pleasing pattern. Lovely country colours.
The charming self-striping shades of West Yorkshire Spinners' Signature 4ply Country Birds range takes its beautiful colours from Britain’s favourite birds. With all the excellent qualities of Signature 4ply’s durable yet sumptuous blend of 75% wool, which includes Bluefaced Leicester, this yarn has added nylon, ideal for making socks that last.
Nature lovers can also combine the colourways with Signature 4ply solid shades to make stunning designs, ideal for country walks among the birds.
Country Birds go really well with these solid shades:
Blue Tit - Butterscotch, Cardamom, Juniper
Bullfinch - Cayenne Pepper, Dusty Miller, Rouge
Green Woodpecker - Cayenne Pepper, Marshmallow
Goldfinch - Butterscotch, Cherry Drop, Dusty Miller, Poppy Seed
Jay - Marshmallow, Dusty Miller
Kingfisher - Blueberry Bonbon
Mallard - Juniper
Owl - Poppy Seed
Peacock - Blue Raspberry, Chocolate Lime
Pheasant - Juniper, Nutmeg, Pacific
Robin - Rouge, Turmeric
Starling - Amethyst, Marshmallow, Nutmeg
Swallow - Marshmallow
Wood Pigeon - Dusty Miller, Marshmallow, Pennyroyal, Poppy Seed
Great for: Socks, gloves, scarves, shawls, hats, accessories, children's garments.
Brand: | West Yorkshire Spinners |
Yarn Weight: | 4 ply |
Blend: | 75% Wool 25% Nylon. Contains 35% Bluefaced Leicester |
Ball Weight: | 100g |
Length: | approx 400m (437 yards) |
Needle Size: | 3.25mm (US 3, UK 10) |
Tension: | 28 stitches x 36 rows to 10cm/4" |
Care Instructions: | Machine wash at 30°C. Do not tumble dry |