Sett:
- plain weave 8-10 epi
- twill 10-12 epi
100% Wool
Harrisville Shetland
yardage: 1800 yds/lb
Shetland put up in 1/2 lb cones — 900 yds/cone
price per cone: $22.00 CDN
A fine lightweight 2-ply wool yarn. Harrisville yarns have been used by weavers for over 35 years. In the past few years, they have worked to make the yarns much softer and loftier by adding a much finer and softer wool. Washing makes the yarn softer and more dense with a downy nap. The fibers blossom and feel more stable and durable. Even if you knit with our washed skeins, it's still a good idea to wash and block your finished project. The variables to control in fulling are moisture, heat and friction in the presense of a gentle soap or detergent. It is a progressive process, so experiment with small swatches to see what happens. Experience is the best guide. For maximum fulling, choose an open sett. Check our Fulling Instructions for more tips!
