Kelbourne Woolens is the source of some of our most popular yarns, beloved for the variety of high quality fibers they produce and the accessible price. Some of their yarns are super soft and luxurious, others are rustic and hard wearing, and each one has its own unique color palette. We’ve restocked Perennial and Lucky Tweed – let’s take a look!
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!
- “Slipstravaganza,” by Stephen West – 4 color slip stitch shawl
- “Oslo Hat,” by PetiteKnit – double stranded stockinette hat
- “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
Kelbourne Woolens Lucky Tweed:
- aran weight
- tweed
- 100% merino wool
- 210 yards/100g
- $20 each
Lucky Tweed is manufactured in Donegal, Ireland, for an authentic tweed look and soft hand. Folks who have tried it often come back for more, exclaiming how soft and lightweight it is for a yarn at this gauge. If you’re looking to knit a cozy new sweater this fall, consider Lucky Tweed!
Here are some cozy patterns ideal for Lucky Tweed:
- “Shop Frock,” by Nell Knits – long sleeved stockinette pullover with pockets
- “Alanis,” by Elizabeth Smith – oversized stockinette tee for layering, also has pockets
- “Big Love,” by Ankestrick – long sleeved textured cardigan with shawl collar
- “Novice Slipover,” by PetiteKnit – stockinette vest
- “The Throwover,” by Andrea Mowry – long sleeved pullover with colorwork yoke
- “Jason’s Cashmere Hat,” by Melissa Thomson – cabled hat
Look for Perennial and Lucky Tweed here at the Hillsborough Yarn Shop, along with these other Kelbourne Woolens yarns – Camper, Andorra, Scout, and Germantown!