Shetland Heritage yarn recreates the original characteristics of handspun ‘wursit’ used in old Fair Isle garments. The yarn is replicated from that found in knitted Fair Isle garments in the collection of Shetland Museum and Archives. In modern spinning parlance, this is a worsted spun yarn. It is not interchangeable with the two-ply jumper weight yarn as it is slightly thinner.
Yarn Weight/Class:
1 – Fingering
Ball Weight:
.88 oz/25 g
Ball Length:
120 yds/110 m
Knitting Gauge:
30 sts & 32 rows = 4"/10 cm
Needle Size:
US 1-3/2.25-3.25 mm
Hook Size:
US C-E/2.75-3.5 mm
Yarn Fiber Content:
100% Shetland Wool
Yarn Care:
For best results, hand wash in cold water. Lay flat to dry.
Made in the Shetland Isles
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