We recently received a new yarn in store: Erika Knight Pure Tweed. Read on to find out more about the yarn and for some beautiful pattern suggestions!
About the yarn
Erika Knight Pure Tweed is a woollen spun yarn, this means the fibre is carded without being combed. This process offers a voluminous and airy finish to the yarn. Garments knit from woollen spun yarn tend to be hard-wearing and last a lifetime.
The colour range is complete with both neutrals as well as vivid, colourful tones. What sets this yarn apart is it’s combination of colourful and contrasting specks of un-blended colour, creating a dimensional and attractive fabric. These exciting colour blends will make for an intriguing knit, with the anticipation of what colour is coming next as the perfect motivation.
Erika Knight Pure Tweed’s fibre originates from sheep in Europe and New Zealand, and the yarn is spun in Ireland, in the county of Donegal. The nature of this 100% carded wool is a slightly more rustic-feeling hank. However, the yarn is sure to bloom and soften with washing and blocking. It is a great combination of soft but tough!
About the brand
Erika Knight is known for it’s efforts to support indigenous fibres, heritage mills, and traditional crafts. When this British-based brand was started in 2012, the goal was to support British manufacturing, use sustainable natural fibres, and combine traditional skills with modern innovation.
Pattern suggestions
If you’re having trouble imagining what to knit with Erika Knight Pure Tweed, check out the patterns below for some knitspiration!
The Journey Scarf
The Journey Scarf by Tif Neilan, would be a perfect project to try out just one skein of this yarn, the tweed would add even more interest to this beautiful botanical scarf.
Chorizo Cardigan
The Chroizo Cardigan by Tiffany Liew would be beautiful in Erika Knight Pure Tweed, combine it with a mohair to up the warmth and add some fluff! Perfect as an outer layer the tweed would insure a hard wearing garment.
Stravaig
This crocheted cable jumper is the definition of cosy. You can find the Stravaig jumper by Ines Rodgers in Moorit’s latest issue as well as on Ravelry. This traditional aran style jumper would be anything but boring in anyone of Erika Knight Pure Tweeds colour ways!
Step-By-Step Sweater
The Step By Step sweater by Florence Miller is the perfect beginner sweater, with an accompanying in depth video going through each step – this pattern has all the explanations you need. The Pure Tweed would make this a sweater to treasure, with its variegated colour and long lasting properties.
Rambling Rose Hats and Mitts
The Rambling Rose Hat and Mitts by Sophie McKane is a gorgeous pattern duo for those looking for a small project. The traveling cables add a textural element sure to accentuate the tweed in this yarn! These two accessories are sure to be the perfect addition to any outfit and will also keep you cosy and warm.
Until next time.. happy knitting!
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