Our Yarn Bases
* Available bases are subject to change at any time
All Yw yarns are currently sourced from UK based suppliers
Tapestry Yarns
4ply
100% British yarn
25g hanks = 55m/60yds approx
Corriedale Sock 80/20
4ply
80% Corriedale 20% Nylon
100g Full skein = 400m/436yds approx
20g Mini skein = 80m/87yds approx
Diamond 4ply
80% Superwash Merino 20% Silk
High Twist
100g Full skein = 365m/399yds approx
Highland 'Zebra'
4ply
100% Highland, 27 microns
100g Full skein = 400m/436yds approx
Slub
4ply
90% Merino 10% Nylon
100g Full skein = 400m/436yds approx
Sparkle Sock
4ply
75% Superwash Merino 20% Nylon 5% Silver Stellina
100g Full skein = 400m/436yds approx
Tibetan 4ply
60% Merino 20% Silk 20% Yak
100g = 366m/400yds approx
Tibetan DK
60% Merino 20% Silk 20% Yak
100g = 212m/231yds approx
Wensleydale DK
100% Wensleydale
225m approx. per 100g
500g Guernsey 5ply 'Sport'
240/250m approx. per 100g
(1200/1250m approx. per 500g hank)
262/273 yards approx. per 100g
(1312/1367 yards approx. per 500g hank)
Merino Chunky
100m approx. per 100g
Discontinued bases
Kid Silk Lace
72% Kid Mohair 28% Silk
50g Full skein = 840m/918yds approx
Caring for your yarn
Here at Yw, I don't use wool washes or soaks after the dyeing process - therefore I don't introducing any potential allergens with my customers in mind.
I simply soak and wash in water.
If you prefer to use a wash or soak, use a product made for the purpose or a very small amount of gentle detergent, such as baby shampoo.
Some colours bleed a little - it's the nature of the dyes even after soaking and rinsing. Changes in water quality, temperature & pH can all affect the colourfastness of dye colours. Wash darker colours (and reds/pink) seperately where possible and always wash cold. Dry your items flat.
Storing your yarn
Hand-dyed yarn is best kept in skeins and not 'caked' until you're ready to use them. Keep them in a cool, dry place - I tend to bag mine in storage bags with cedar blocks to ensure moths stay away!
Take a few simple steps to protect your Yw yarn investments and ensure they remain in prime condition ready for your next yarnie make!