What ply is Brooklyn Tweed quarry?
3-ply
Inspired by roving-style, un-spun yarns, Quarry is technically a 3-ply yarn that visually looks like a single ply. The yarn is incredibly soft & light with great strength.
Is Brooklyn Tweed quarry soft?
The yarn is incredibly soft & light with great strength. The wonderful stitch definition is perfect for cable work & textured stitches.
Where is Brooklyn Tweed located?
Portland, Oregon
I’m very excited to announce that this spring Brooklyn Tweed will be officially relocating to a place very near and dear to my heart—Portland, Oregon.
What ply is Brooklyn Tweed shelter?
2-ply
Shelter is a fabulously versatile, worsted weight yarn that comes in a gorgeous palette of modern & heritage colors. This 2-ply yarn is woolen spun, which means the fibers remain in a lofty jumble, trapping air, therefore creating unparalleled warmth & lightness.
Who owns Brooklyn Tweed?
Jared Flood
Our Founder and Creative Director, Jared Flood, is the one who conceives and designs a new yarn.
Where did tweed originate?
Scotland
Simply put, tweed is a subtly patterned fabric made from dyed, spun, and woven wool from hardy local sheep. It’s been created in Scotland since the early 18th century, coming from outsized looms that spit out yardage from yarns originally dyed with the native lichen and wildflowers.
Is Brooklyn Tweed shelter itchy?
To my touch, Shelter is not itchy or scratchy (then again, I have a bias toward wool). It has a distinct but well-mannered presence. But, unlike its finer cousins, such as Merino and Cormo, Shelter isn’t afraid to speak its mind.
What is worsted weight yarn?
Worsted Weight Yarn is the most commonly used weight of yarn, slightly thicker than DK weight and thinner than bulky yarn. Worsted weight yarn includes Aran weight yarn and heavy worsted weight yarn. Worsted weight yarn is a great choice for sweaters, afghans, accessories and more.
Is tweed Scottish or English?
Tweed is a woollen twill cloth woven in herringbone, checked, covert (speckled) and houndstooth patterns. Tweed originated in rural Scotland and is still produced there. Its name reflects both its weave and its national origins. Initially, “tweed” was a misreading of tweel (the Scots form of twill).
How do I block a Brooklyn Tweed shelter?
For knits in any Brooklyn Tweed yarn, use cold water and soak for 15 minutes. To soak, submerge the fabric, gently squeezing out any air bubbles so that the piece can remain under the water without being held there. Never place any wool item under running water as this motion may felt or full the wool.