We’ve got a fresh supply of Kelbourne Woolens Perennial, a super soft merino/alpaca blend that comes in juicy bright colors!
Kelbourne Woolens Perennial:
- light fingering weight
- 60% superwash merino, 25% Suri alpaca, 15% nylon
- 497 yards/100g
- $26 each
The folks at Kelbourne Woolens have designed Perennial to be something of a staple: soft from the alpaca but sturdy from the nylon, easy care on account of the superwash merino, suitable for all kinds of projects.
We’ve seen beautiful sweaters, shawls, and baby things made in Perennial – here are some pattern ideas!
- “Winter Lights Shawl,” by Stephen West – 4 color slip stitch shawl
- “Oslo Hat,” by PetiteKnit – double stranded stockinette hat
- “Sophie Scarf,” by PetiteKnit – garter stitch scarf with I-cord edge; try it with Perennial held double or paired with mohair!
- “Ranunculus,” by Midori Hirose – lace yoke pullover at a loose gauge; try it with Perennial held singly, doubly, or paired with mohair!
- “Linen Stitch Loop,” by Churchmouse Yarns and Teas – 2 color linen stitch cowl
- “Navelli,” by Caitlin Hunter – cropped colorwork tee
- “Lucille,” by Courtney Kelley – lace baby cardigan and bonnet
Look for Perennial here at the Hillsborough Yarn Shop, along with these other Kelbourne Woolens yarns – Camper, Cricket, Andorra, Mojave, Scout, Germantown, Lucky Tweed, and Germantown Bulky!