Black Sheep Wool's GUIDE TO APRIL’S KNITTY TREATS!
A little luxury ROWAN MOOREDALE COLLECTION 2
We love it when Rowan bring out a new collection, and with this launch we’re treated to 15 stunning patterns in Moordale yarn by Martin Storey. Downloadable as a full collection, or as individual patterns, we’ve fallen for the easy-to-knit-and-wear Howe sweater (left).
Rowan Moordale Collection 2 is downloadable for £9.50, or £4 for individual patterns
Your next big knit? HAYFIELD JOURNEY DK YARN
If you prefer your variegated yarn soft and subtly coloured then Hayfield Journey could be just what you’re looking for. Made from hardwearing acrylic and available in 10 gentle shades, from Autumn Gold to Wild Meadow, it’s a versatile option with a whopping 355m per 100g ball! Hayfield Journey DK, RRP £3.99, now £2.95 per ball while stocks last
One of our top buys ZICK ZACK SCARF COLOUR PACK
Check out our Zick Zack scarf colour pack in Stylecraft Head Over Heels All Stars yarn. An explosion in beautiful colour, it’s one of our top buys! Inside each pack you’ll find 1 ball of Red Pots by Lucy at Attic 24 and 1 ball of Splash by Zooty Owl (100g each). Download the pattern for free here: www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/zickzack-scarf Colour pack, £12.95
Celebrate togetherness STYLECRAFT YOU & ME
Many yarn launches are accompanied by quirky pattern collections, and new You & Me by Stylecraft has a great one! It’s six-shade range has harmonious variegated colour mixes, but it’s the mother and daughter patterns we’re obsessed with. What better way to share the love? Yarn £4.25 per 100g ball, patterns £2.75 each
For tantalising tootsies! JAMES C BRETT FUNNY FEETZ
With its fabulous wool, bamboo and polyamide composition, James C Brett Funny Feetz yarn is not only strong but super-warm too. Each 100g (400m) ball comes in six attractive 4ply variegated colourways, from icy blues to firey oranges. Machine washable, cast on for gorgeous socks for all the family. Yarn, £4.95 per ball