Yarns & Fibres

Our Jumper weight yarns are 100% Shetland wool, and are traditionally used in the knitting of Fair Isle garments.

Available in the full pallette of beautiful shades originally designed by Jamieson and Smith, this yarn is our flagship yarn, and cannot be imitated in terms of depth of colour and spinning quality.

This yarn can also be used in vintage patterns which call for "4ply yarn".

Weights and Measures:

This yarn is sold in 25g balls, which give an approximate yardage of 125 yards / 115m (length given for pattern guidance only)

Metric Count: 2/8.4nm.

2 ply Lace yarn, spun from the finest Shetland wool with a touch of Lambswool to make a smoother yarn and to tame the Shetland "halo"! This yarn is ideal for lighter weight garments such as shawls, scarves, wraps and summer garments- ensuring the it retains the same Shetland wool qualities while giving a softer edge. This yarn can be used in vintage patterns which call for "3ply yarns".

Weights and Measures:

25g balls, yardage approximately 185yds/169m - (length given for pattern guidance only)

Metric Count: 2/14.5nm.

Formerly known as "Brora Soft Spun", we have re-released this yarn range in our 2009 collection under the name "Shetland Aran" to give a more recognisable name for those fibre lovers who are used to this heavier weight yarn. Used in the production of Fisherman's and Aran sweaters, work-boot and hiking socks, chunkier garments and heavier winter knits, this yarn is luxurious and bouncy. It retains the traditional elements of other Shetland yarns such as giving crisp stitch definition, and providing natural warmth and insulation during colder weather.

Weights and Measures:

50g Balls, approximate yardage: 90m/98yards. (length given for pattern guidance only)

Metric Count: 2/3.6nm

Available in 1ply and 2 ply lace weight, this is a new worsted spun yarn, which features parallel threads giving it greater strength and a softer handling feel. There is quite a distinctive Shetland "halo" which calms down slightly after washing and blocking.

Shetland Supreme is available in the following shades;

Natural White, Fawn, Grey, Moorit and Shetland Black.

Please Note: Shetland supreme is currently only available on cone.

This selection of yarn is truly representative of the naturally occurring colours of fleece present in the native breed of Shetland sheep today. 

Undyed and 
available in 9 different natural shades, this yarn is produced by hand sorting each fleece according to colour and quality, when it is brought into our woolstore.

Perfect for colour work, and as it is completely dye-free, it is also suitable for those who like to take the natural approach with their projects.

Weights and Measures:

50g Ball: approximate yardage: 288yds/172m (length given as pattern guidance only)

Metric Count: 2/7.4nm

Our Shetland Combed Tops are made from the very finest Shetland Wool, which has been hand selected from the best fleeces each season. Superfine White top is also available, and has a slightly finer micron count than our regular tops. Ideally suited to hand spinners, felt makers and those wishing to produce their own top quality textile items.

Colours available are White, Mid Grey, Moorit (Mid Brown) and Black (Chocolate). Superfine Tops are only available in white. Sold in 500g Balls.