Hope you had a great weekend! Mine was busy (photos to follow soon). But I must keep telling myself to file the tax return VERY SOON before I fly off to Japan.
Today I would like to introduce you to the world of Jamieson’s of Shetland Yarn. It is a parallel universe to the world of Cotton & Cloud.
My friend Susan told me that Jane Brocket from YarnStorm blogged about Jamieson’s of Shetland Yarn. I am a big fan of her. She is so famous and many of you would probably already know her site, but please go and visit her beautiful blog if you haven’t yet done so. I am thrilled to read that someone who is very prominent in craft and crafty life style shares my “yarn addiction” with Jamieson’s of Shetland. Their yarn is super luscious and is the real deal Shetland yarns from Shetland island – what more would you want?.
I am a knitter wherever I go. Jamieson's of yarn always catches people's eye because it is super cool.
Do I hear anyone saying that Shetland wool is scratchy? Hold on there. Shetland wool is completely different from Cashmere. Like Aplaca is different from Lamb’s wool. I have been checking up on Knitter’s Review (BTW I find this site amazingly informative – I love it!) and I thought I would like to add more to it.
Ok, I admit, Shetland wool is not as soft as merino and cashmere, but there is more to wool than just softness. I do love soft yarns too but different yarns are best used for certain designs to bring the best out of them. So here are my personal three main characteristics of Jamieson’s of Shetland yarn and what they are good for.
WARM
The Shetland sweaters will keep you warm, and that is a fact. It’s their bounciness that traps air and insulate. I was showing a sample garment knitted with the Jamieson’s to Mary and she was pleasantly impressed by the bouciness and lightness (I was using 4ply spindrift).
The heavier weight yarns (Aran, Heather and Marl) are absolutely ideal for nice chunky outerwear (i.e. Baby Cable Yoke Jacket).
Their DK and 4ply would be perfect for cardigans, vest and gloves (and of course for fair isle knitting) (new patterns being designed at the mo by me).
Cobweb (and 4ply) would make cozy yet feather light garments and shawls.
HARD WEARING
Jamieson’s of Shetland yarn LASTS. For me, swatching and repeated frogging is inevitable when you design and pattern. I must say that Jamieson’s of Shetland yarn is definitely the most resistant to multiple frogging. It does become fuzzy like others but after many (like over 8 times) frogging. I would say it’s like the King of Wool (LOL! 
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So it’s IDEAL for knitted bags and purses (i.e. Macaroon Knitted Purses). Cobweb shawls are strong and you can enjoy your outer wear for a long time. It’s the kind of yarn that you would use to knit a garment and pass on down the generation.
TEXTURE
It’s rustic, tweedy and just so artistic on it’s own. There is something very retro about it and knitting with Jamieson’s of Shetland almost feels like going to a lovely rustic patisserie with amazing colours. You cannot get this texture with softer yarns.
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My hands are not fast enough to knit so many things with them. I have just completed the first design. I have two more ongoing at the moment. One I can start tonight and the other I will do in the plane (knitting in the sky! yay . It’s gonna be fun fun fun!
Just before I fly off, I am hoping to do a knitting book review and a giveaway. So make sure you pop over sometime in the midweek 
Have a great week ahead!
I’m glad to hear you had a great weekend!
When are you flying to Japan? I’m flying to India next month, and I still have to get my visa.
I can’t wait to see what new things you have been working on!
Have a great week, Kyoko!
Hi Pili!
How exciting that you are flying to India!! I have never been there but Wesley’s best mate is from there (he as been to Mumbai).
You will have loads of chance to take amazing photos there
x
Kyoko
Love, love, love Jamiesons wools
Hi Teresa!
So happy that you love Jamieson’s wool too ;D
I don’t know why but there is something about their wool that is totally addictive.
Hope you have a great weekend! (p.s there is a book giveaway if you are interested in entering..)
x
Kyoko
Hmm, now I want to go and find some of this Jamieson’s of Shetland yarn.
Hi Stephanie,
Oh you will have to try out their yarn. I think knitting with Heather yarn with your cable scarf would look superb.
x
Kyoko
Terrific yarn critique, Kyoko! I’ve been hearing lots of great things about this wool…So cosy! Happy Knitting & Happy Week, my friend
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Hi Tracy,
I know you will like Jamieson’s. My favourite of all is Heather yarn which is Aran weight (knits up quickly and is softer than other shetland yarn).
Hope you had a great week.
See you soon!
x
kyoko
Hi Kyoko!
I think you have converted now. The yarn is so versatile, and I love the colours you have chosen.
I hope you have a great time in Japan, you must miss your nephew, nieces and family over there. Please take lots of photos to show us when you come back.
Hugs
Mary
Hi Mary!
Jamieson’s have the widest colour range possible. I can show you the sample book – you will love it.
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Unfortunately I am not in Japan yet (as you know) – silly me…
See you soon!
x
kyoko
I have never tried Jamiesons yarns but I know that I should! I love the woolly ness of yarn, as in you can block it well. Have a lovely time in Japan. xx
Hi Linda!
You are absolutely right about blocking well with Shetland yarn.
Oh, you should definitely try them (i think it would work really well with some of your gloves you have knitted!).
Well, I am not going to Japan anymore…. for a very silly reason.. My passport was expired… (Woooot?) So I had to postpone it to later date. I just felt so silly. Nevermind. My family is still there and not going anywhere so all is good ;D
x
Kyoko
I’ve never tried the Jamieson’s yarns, but have seen some lovely projects made up in them on ravelry, so must give them a try.
Hope you have a great time in Japan!
Hi Helen!
You will absolutely love the yarn. It’s so rustic and colourful. I am currently waiting for few more colours to start on the third project.
Talking about Japan, I am now going there in March.. There was a “slight” problem with my passport and I had to postpone it!! (boo!!!).. so I am still here.. at least there are nice tea and scones in the uk
x
kyoko