New Flax Down Colors!
Six new colors join our Flax Down (no longer available) collection, each one as earthy as the yarn itself! These newcomers round out our original palette of soft brights and cool neutrals, bringing heartiness and depth to the feast.
Flax Down is a single-ply blend of baby alpaca, extra fine merino, and linen. Its fibers combine in a texture that is rustic and tweedy, soft and elegant, making Flax Down the perfect canvas for our subtle new palette.
Kettle Black, Stillwater Blue, and Stonewall Gray add gentle moodiness to the collection with their weathered good looks and thoughtful temperament. They are a wonderful choice for the sweater you never take off and the cowl that goes with everything!
And Kiln Red, Rose Granite, and Lavender Opal bring a warm glow. Their hushed tones and natural beauty are just right for special knits and accessories. We chose Rose Granite to knit up a new version of our classic Jasmine Scarf. This complex and mysterious color seems to give the Jasmine Scarf a timeless quality, evoking eras from Elizabethan to Prohibition.
We’re so inspired by the character these new colors bring to our palette, a bit off-kilter, a little contemplative, and totally beautiful. Be sure to browse our entire Flax Down collection to see what inspires you!
I’m thinking of weaving this yarn. How many plies is it or does it pass the “break” test? Does it break when pulled on?
Hi Sara,
Thanks for writing in. This yarn is single ply and I would not use it for the warp — only the weft. I think this is a great idea! Thanks again!
Best,
Adam
What is the WPI for the flax down?
Hello Vicki,
Thank you for reaching out! Flax Down is approximately 11 wraps per inch.
Warmly,
Marilla
I am looking for a yarn ? sport weight to knit a headband.. suggestions
.warm colors
Thank you
Hi Alma,
Thanks for reaching out! We have quite a few lovely sport weight yarns to choose from! Both Season Alpaca and Mulberry Merino come in a wide range of warm tones, so I am sure you will find something that you like!
Best,
Julianna
Question:
Want to knit one of your pullovers in Cashmerino Bloom or Flax Down. Which one is softer/kinder to sensitive skin?
Hi Doris,
Thanks for reaching out! Both yarns are wonderfully soft, but Flax Down has a bit more halo and fuzziness which could possibly be irritating. I also find Cashmere Merino Bloom to have a much more buttery quality than Flax Down due to its cashmere content, so while I do think delicate skin could be happy in either, Cashmere Merino Bloom might be a better choice for someone who is extra sensitive!
I hope that helps, and happy knitting!
Julianna
Is Flax down a good choice for cable work?
Hi Leslie,
Thanks for reaching out! Flax Down is a great option for cable work or intricate stitch patterns!
Warmly,
Gianna