I just came across your videos last night. Thank you so much for all the suggestions and information on all the videos. I hav not knit a little of sweaters but I am getting an itch to try working with colorwork.
I believe West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 ply is a superwash yarn, as it's at least marked as such on some websites. I need to look into it a bit more, but it seems like it.
It is a difficult yarn to tell! It does not mention it being superwash treated on the label, and the WYS website describes it as "made using a blend of wool that includes 35% Bluefaced Leicester for a luxurious feel, with a twist of nylon for added strength. "
If the wool needs to have some added synthetic fibre to make it "strong", than your wool isn't strong by itself. And as such NOT a great wool choice. There is the added problem that such a wool choice is not at all a sustainable one. Acrylic and nylon takes up to 200 years to decompose. That's a very long time! You don't actually need a 4 ply yarn to do colourwork. Merino is one of the worst wool choices as far as colourwork is concerned and maybe that's why you had to go for a 4 ply yarn. Scandinavian knitting with a very long tradition of colourwork knitting simply don't use merino, nor 4 ply yarns. They use other sheep breeds, better suited for the purpose.
You are correct, yes we shouldn't have to add fibers like nylon to add strength. As a suggestion for a beginner who may not be familiar with taking care of wool and how it can felt together, I think perhaps a higher twist or added nylon could add a little bit of strength, until they get a little bit more familiar with how to take care of their garments, and if they want to, use more rustic or traditional wool yarns. As a knitter with sensitive skin, I try to find and share yarns that are able to be worn without irritation, and are still able to achieve a garment that the knitter or crocheter desires. Thank you for your response!
@@UntwistedThreads I REALLY REALLY appreciate your focus on softness - it's why I turn to your channel! My skin is also really sensitive, especially around the neck. Thanks!
I just came across your videos last night. Thank you so much for all the suggestions and information on all the videos. I hav not knit a little of sweaters but I am getting an itch to try working with colorwork.
We are so happy to hear the videos are helping! I hope you enjoy your new adventure! :)
I just reread my post. It was very late. I'm glad you got what I was trying to say despite the misspelling of words.@@UntwistedThreads
I believe West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 ply is a superwash yarn, as it's at least marked as such on some websites. I need to look into it a bit more, but it seems like it.
It is a difficult yarn to tell! It does not mention it being superwash treated on the label, and the WYS website describes it as "made using a blend of wool that includes 35% Bluefaced Leicester for a luxurious feel, with a twist of nylon for added strength. "
Great video of your favorite yarns❣️🌟
Thank you! I am happy you enjoyed it!
this is super helpful, thank you!
We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed it Emma! :)
If the wool needs to have some added synthetic fibre to make it "strong", than your wool isn't strong by itself. And as such NOT a great wool choice. There is the added problem that such a wool choice is not at all a sustainable one. Acrylic and nylon takes up to 200 years to decompose. That's a very long time! You don't actually need a 4 ply yarn to do colourwork. Merino is one of the worst wool choices as far as colourwork is concerned and maybe that's why you had to go for a 4 ply yarn. Scandinavian knitting with a very long tradition of colourwork knitting simply don't use merino, nor 4 ply yarns. They use other sheep breeds, better suited for the purpose.
You are correct, yes we shouldn't have to add fibers like nylon to add strength. As a suggestion for a beginner who may not be familiar with taking care of wool and how it can felt together, I think perhaps a higher twist or added nylon could add a little bit of strength, until they get a little bit more familiar with how to take care of their garments, and if they want to, use more rustic or traditional wool yarns. As a knitter with sensitive skin, I try to find and share yarns that are able to be worn without irritation, and are still able to achieve a garment that the knitter or crocheter desires. Thank you for your response!
@@UntwistedThreads I REALLY REALLY appreciate your focus on softness - it's why I turn to your channel! My skin is also really sensitive, especially around the neck. Thanks!