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WINTER YARNS | 2023 Collection

Our new winter yarn collection has arrived!

For 2023 we’ve kept it local and added a mix of locally designed, grown and spun yarns.

You’ll find some old favourites that are new to us and some new NEW yarns that we’re excited to add to the line-up.

With a mix of yarn weights, from 8 ply to bulky, there’s something new and shiny for every project.

Enjoy!


MIDLANDS MERINO

Brand new and available in 8 and 12 ply weights, the stunningly soft extra-fine Cleckheaton Midlands Merino is a delicious single origin yarn that knitters knit for!

Sourced from a single pure Merino flock in southern Tasmania, the farm is renowned for their progressive approach to farming and fibre production.

Their Responsible Wool Standard certification ensures land management and animal welfare best practice is adhered to, highlighting their commitment to producing responsible wool from sheep to store.

The Midlands Merino range produces high-quality, soft-handling fabrics that will suit a range of projects. We love that it’s machine washable, making it the perfect choice for all members of the family.

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 100% Single Origin Merino Wool
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: DK / 8 Ply | Bulky / 12 Ply
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz)
APPROX. YARDAGE: 92m (100yd) | 60m (65yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, 4 plies
ORIGIN: Sourced in Tasmania, dyed and milled in Australia
CARE: Hand wash or gentle machine wash 

Colourways 8 PLY

 

Colourways 12 PLY

 
 
 

COSY COMFORT 8 PLY

New to us, Heirloom Cosy Comfort 8 Ply is a luxurious blend of wool, silk and alpaca made right here in Australia.

With shimmery silk and brushed alpaca producing a delicate halo, the result is an elegant and luxurious yarn with a delightful fluffy character.

Perfect for hand-knit and crocheted garments, Cosy Comfort 8 Ply will impart an enduring aesthetic for timeless wardrobe pieces.

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 70% Wool, 17% Silk, 13% Alpaca
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: DK / 8 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 120m (131yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, 4 plies
ORIGIN: Dyed and milled in Australia
CARE: Hand wash

Colourways

 
 
 

COUNTRY NATURALS 8 PLY

An oldie but a goodie, Cleckheaton Country Naturals 8 Ply is a rustic blend of Australian wool and soft tweedy neps, milled right here in Australia. Machine washable, it’s an Australian favourite for quick winter accessories and warm woolly garments.

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 85% Australian Wool, 10% Acrylic, 5% Viscose
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: DK / 8 Ply
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz)
APPROX. YARDAGE: 96m (105yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, 3 plies
ORIGIN: Sourced, dyed and milled in Australia
CARE: Hand wash or gentle machine wash 

Colourways

 
 
 

BABY ALPACA AIR

New this season, Patons’ Baby Alpaca Air is a stunningly soft alpaca and Merino wool blend, perfect for winter knits and crochet pieces.

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 75% Baby Alpaca, 19% Merino Wool, 6% Nylon
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz) 
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Aran / 10 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 85m (93yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Chainette
PRODUCTION: Made in India
CARE: Hand wash

Colourways

 
 
 

JET 12 PLY

With its brand new palette of winter hues, we’ve added Patons’ Jet 12 Ply. It’s fast becoming our new favourite blend of Aussie wool and alpaca perfect for quick winter accessories and warm woolly jumpers. We love its squishy and slightly rustic hand-feel.

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 70% Wool, 30% Alpaca
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz) 
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Bulky / 12 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 74m (81yd)
CONSTRUCTION: 3 ply, moderate twist
PRODUCTION: Grown, dyed and spun in Australia
CARE: Hand wash

Colourways

 
 
 

FAIRHAVEN

An Australian made newbie, Patons Fairhaven is big and soft! In a palette of warm heathered shades, Fairhaven is perfect for quick winter accessories and warm woolly jumpers.

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 50% Wool, 27% Acrylic, 17% Alpaca, 3% Cashmere Nylon, 3% Viscose
NET WEIGHT: 100g (3.5oz) 
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Bulky / 14 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 106m (116yd)
CONSTRUCTION: 3 ply, moderate twist
PRODUCTION: Dyed and spun in Australia
CARE: Hand wash

Colourways

 
 
 

VERVE 12 PLY

In a palette of intensely radiant hues the new Cleckheaton Verve 12 Ply is squishy and light in hand. Machine washable, it’s perfect for knit and crochet pieces for the whole family.

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 70% Wool, 30% Acrylic
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz) 
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Bulky / 12 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 90m (98yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Single ply, moderate twist
PRODUCTION: Dyed and milled in Italy
CARE: Cold, gentle machine wash

Colourways

 
 
 
 
 

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NEW IN | Woolia

Spun from the wool of lambs and sheep of the heirloom breed Gentile Di Puglia, the original Merino sheep breed, comes Gepard’s latest line of organic wool yarn - Woolia.

Forget what you thought you knew about Merino, Woolia is completely unique. Featuring a distinctive dry hand-feel, Woolia is springy and crisp to the touch. And believe it or not, this unique texture makes it completely pill free!

You’ll also notice its lightness and loft, having around 30% more yardage than other yarns of the same thickness.

Workable at a range of gauges, Woolia will suit everything from shawls and accessories to sweaters and outwear.


Colourways

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 100% Gentile Di Puglia Merino wool
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Aran / 10 ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 132m (144yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Semi-worsted spun, 2 plies, moderate twist
ORIGIN: Puglia, Italy
CARE: Cold hand wash

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Woolia is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on RAVELRY.

 
 
 
 

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NEW IN | Vintage

Vintage by DHG offers a lush blend of alpaca and Merino wool carefully blown into a soft cotton core. The result is an elegant and luxurious yarn with a delightful fluffy character.

With its chainette construction the yarn is incredibly light in hand, while the bulky gauge ensures you’ll have projects completed in a jiff.

Best suited to hand-knit fabrics, Vintage will impart an enduring aesthetic for timeless wardrobe pieces.


Colourways

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 30% Alpaca, 6% Merino Wool, 36% Cotton, 28% Nylon
NET WEIGHT: 100g (3.55oz) per ball
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Bulky / 12 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 180m (197yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Chainette
PRODUCTION: Dyed and milled in Italy
CARE: Cold hand wash

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Vintage is suitable for most fibre crafts, including knitting, crochet and weaving. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on RAVELRY.

 
 
 
 

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Super Squishy | Tenderfoot

EYB’s Tenderfoot is a soft and super squishy heathered sock yarn with rustic appeal.

A true sock yarn, the Merino fibres provide warmth and woolly comfort while a touch of Polyamide adds the necessary strength to produce a hard-wearing fabric.

Not just for socks, Tenderfoot will produce equally satisfying sweaters and cardigans for when light warm fabrics with a rustic hand-feel are desired.


Colourways

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 75% Merino Lambswool, 25% Polyamide
NET WEIGHT: 100g (3.5oz)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Fingering / 4 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 375m (410yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Semi-worsted, 4 plies
ORIGIN: Turkey
CARE: Hand wash

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Tenderfoot is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For sock project inspiration check out our patterns favourites on RAVELRY.

 
 
 
 
 

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Ethical + Regenerative | Millpost Merino

Australian superfine Merino.

Ethically and regeneratively grown. 

Produced on a family farm by lifelong wool lovers right here in Australia. Do I need to say more‽

Yes, of course I do. It’s one of my favourites for good reason.

Millpost Merino starts its journey on a single farm in Bungendore on the Southern Tablelands of NSW where the multi-generational Watson family have been practicing regenerative agriculture since 1979.

Early adopters of permaculture principles and methods, the Watsons farm their flock of Saxon Poll Merino sheep with the aim of minimising their impact on the surrounding ecosystem, always working to improve the health of the land they farm.

The farm to yarn journey continues when the best of the clip is sent off to New Zealand to be processed and spun by experienced hands. Returning home, the resulting yarn is incredibly soft and sumptuous offering makers a unique yarning experience.

Available in both 4 ply and 8 ply weights, Millpost Merino is perfect for all those special knit and crochet pieces where they’ll be appreciated and cherished by their wearer for years to come.

Shop all shades HERE.

Andrea - Loom & Spindle


4 Ply Colourways

8 Ply Colourways

THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 100% permaculture grown superfine Merino wool
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.7oz)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: 4 Ply / 8 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 171m (187yd) / 114m (125yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, moderate twist
ORIGIN: Southern Tablelands, NSW
CARE: Cold hand wash

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Millpost Merino is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on Ravelry - 4 Ply Projects | 8 Ply Projects

ABOUT MILLPOST MERINO

Millpost Merino is a single-source Australian Superfine Merino yarn grown at a family run farm practicing regenerative agriculture in Bungendore on the Southern Tablelands of NSW. To learn more about the Millpost farm you might like to check out their blog HERE.

 
 
 
 

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