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Rowan Felted Tweed Yarn Bilberry 151 – DK Merino Alpaca Wool Tweed Knitting & Crochet Yarn

Product code: ROWAN-151
 
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Rowan Felted Tweed Yarn – Bilberry (Ref. 151) – Merino Wool & Alpaca DK

A beloved classic for knitters and crocheters worldwide, Rowan Felted Tweed is the perfect blend of rustic charm and soft luxury. The Bilberry shade (Ref. 151) is a beautiful, heathered berry-purple with subtle tweedy flecks, ideal for cozy garments and timeless accessories.

• Composition: 50% Merino Wool, 25% Viscose, 25% Alpaca Wool
• Weight/Length: 50 g ball – approx. 175 m / 191 yds
• Yarn Weight: Light DK
• Gauge (10 x 10 cm): 22–24 stitches x 30–32 rows
• Recommended needles: 3.75–4 mm (US 5–6, UK 9–8)
• Care: Machine washable on cold, gentle cycle (max 30°C). Do not bleach. Do not tumble dry. Dry flat.
• Series: Rowan Felted Tweed

Why you’ll love it:
- Light yet warm: The merino and alpaca blend creates a soft, slightly brushed, felted-look fabric that is cozy without being heavy.
- Gorgeous tweed effect: Tiny colorful flecks give depth and character to every stitch.
- Perfect for colorwork: A Fair Isle and stranded knitting favorite thanks to its beautiful palette and excellent stitch definition.
- Versatile fabric: Works beautifully for lace, cables, garter stitch, and simple stockinette. Wonderful for sweaters, cardigans, shawls, hats, mittens, and lightweight jackets.

Ideal for:
- Fair Isle and traditional stranded colorwork
- Textured patterns and cables
- Lightweight yet warm garments and accessories
- Pairing with mohair (like Kidsilk Haze) for an extra-soft, haloed fabric

Each skein of Rowan Felted Tweed in Bilberry brings a classic, nature-inspired color with a softly “felted” look that only gets better with wear. Perfect for your next heirloom-quality project.