Harrisville Designs Shetland 72 Lilac

Shetland is a light, airy & warm, 2-ply fingering weight yarn that is exceptional for knit sweaters, cardigans & accessories.  Woolen spun from 100% wool, the yarn possesses wonderful durability.  Accessories & garments knit in Shetland are long-wearing & hold their shape very well.  A wonderful yarn for stranded colorwork, cables, textured stitches, as well as simple stockinette.  The yarn is available in a rich palette of solids & heathers.

Since 1794, woolen yarn has been spun in the historic town of Harrisville, New Hampshire.  Harrisville Designs has followed in the footsteps of the generations of artisans before them by spinning beautiful yarns for over 50 years.  All Harrisville Designs yarns are spun & dyed in Harrisville, NH using 100% U.S. sourced wool.

Fiber Content: 100% Wool

Weight: Super Fine/ Fingering

Yardage: 217 yards

Ball/Skein Weight: 50g

Care: Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry

Country of Origin: United States

Needle Size: US 2-4 (2.75-3.5 mm) needle

Knitting Stitch Gauge: 6.5-7.5 stitches per 1”/ 26-30 stitches per 4”

Crochet Hook Size: C-E (2.75-3.5 mm) hook