{"product_id":"blackbird-linen-queen-annes-lace","title":"Blackbird Linen, Queen Anne's Lace","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"migrated-content__description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the wing of a blackbird catching the early morning light, Blackbird Linen shines with an understated elegance that belies its hard-working character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Yarn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarthy and easy going, Blackbird Linen is a light worsted\/DK-weight yarn made of six loosely spun plies of 100% French linen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWith a sustainable growing process that has been perfected over generations, French linen is the highest quality available. It is also hypoallergenic, long-lasting, and easy to care for, with a wonderful way of softening with wash and wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlackbird Linen has a naturally cool touch that makes it the perfect choice for warm-weather knitting... Think durable bags and totes, beautiful three-season sweaters, and heirloom housewares. For some inspiring ideas, be sure to explore our collection of (mostly free) \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/category\/all-knitting-patterns\/filter-blackbird-linen\/\"\u003eknitting patterns for Blackbird Linen\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose from a range of rich and expressive colors, all totally beautiful! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOTE: If using dark, saturated colors with lighter colors, we recommend taking the precaution of soaking the dark colors first in a vinegar and cold water bath to remove excess dye.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% French linen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 grams (3.5 ounces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 175 yards (160 meters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.5-5.75 stitches per inch, DK\/light worsted-weight yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Knitting Needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e US 3-5 (3.25-3.75 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Crochet Hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e D-F (3.25-3.75 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Machine wash delicate cold, lay flat to dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilled In\u003c\/strong\u003e: Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Substitutions For Blackbird Linen\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking for more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yarn\"\u003eyarn\u003c\/a\u003e like this? You'll love \u003ca href=\"\/products\/field-notes\"\u003eField Notes\u003c\/a\u003e, our 50% French-grown hemp and 50% Sicilian cotton DK yarn. For other plant-based options, try \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cotton-chirp-dk\"\u003eCotton Chirp DK\u003c\/a\u003e, a smooth 100% Peruvian Pima cotton, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/sketchbook-cotton\"\u003eSketchbook Cotton \u003c\/a\u003efor a more textural cotton yarn... Both knit up at a very similar gauge as Blackbird Linen. And more, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/plein-air\"\u003ePlein Air\u003c\/a\u003e is a great substitute for a wool-cotton mix, and for a 100% wool option, check out our super popular \u003ca href=\"\/products\/good-wool\"\u003eGood Wool\u003c\/a\u003e!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBe sure to also shop our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yarn-lt-worsted-dk-5-25-5-75\"\u003elight worsted\/DK-weight yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yarn-linen\"\u003elinen yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yarn-plant-based-yarns\"\u003eplant-based yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, all available only at Purl Soho.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn more about how to substitute yarn with our confidence-boosting \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/yarn-substitution-made-easy\/\"\u003eYarn Substitution Made Easy\u003c\/a\u003e article!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFind out what DK-weight yarn is all about with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/what-is-dk-yarn\/\"\u003eWhat Is DK Yarn? article\u003c\/a\u003e. Unravel the mysteries of its name and what it means to look for and knit with the Goldilocks of yarn weight... Not too thick and not too thin!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDive into the world of yarn with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/complete-guide-to-yarn\/\"\u003eComplete Guide To Yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, exploring fiber, spin, weight, dyeing, and more. It's truly a Yarn School 101 for all the basics knitters need to know about yarn!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Purl Soho","offers":[{"title":"Queen Anne's Lace","offer_id":42659038920798,"sku":"BL-8500","price":36.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/4386\/0574\/files\/queenanne_slace-purlsoho-blackbirdlinen-8500-m2_3b104ef0-2b6a-4642-9240-059d79e813f2.jpg?v=1785262999","url":"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/products\/blackbird-linen-queen-annes-lace","provider":"Purl Soho","version":"1.0","type":"link"}