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Breed-specific fibre · Animal fibre

Shetland Wool

Light, slightly rustic wool that blooms after washing and can be spun gossamer-fine.

Difficulty
Advanced
Category
Fibers

Definition

Shetland wool comes from Shetland sheep and is prized for a fine, lofty fleece that holds together at very low weights.

Overview

Lace spun from it opens dramatically after blocking and then blooms, softening hard stitch edges into a haze.

It is grippier than merino, which helps lace hold its blocked shape rather than relaxing back.

Characteristics

  • Lofty and light
  • Blooms after washing
  • Holds blocked shape
  • Slightly rustic hand

Typical uses

  • Heirloom shawls
  • Christening wraps
  • Fine stoles
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Adapted knitting tradition

Shetland-Style LaceCrochet interpretations of Shetland knitted lace: fine wool, geometric openwork and gossamer weight.

Natural fibre

Merino WoolFine, soft, springy wool that blocks beautifully and forgives uneven tension.

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