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Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy
Hemp is an incredible plant fiber that is valued for its strength and durability. Hemp won’t wear out, rather it will wear in—getting better with age. It will retain color better than any other fiber, including cotton due to its porous nature, which also allows the fiber to breath. Blended with cotton and modal, Hempathy is a slightly textured yarn that is a WEBS favorite. Made in Italy.
- Content:
- 40% Hemp/40% Cotton/20% Modal
- Care:
- Machine Wash Warm, Dry Flat
- Weight/Yardage:
- 50g/153yd
- Gauge:
- 5.5-5.75 sts = 1” on US 4
- Knitting Weight:
- DK
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 19 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
94%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good weight (15)
- Nice texture (13)
- Dyed evenly (10)
- Machine washable (8)
- Knits quickly (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters (9)
- Scarves (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (11), Artist (4), Collector (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (16)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great for drapey summer sweaters/tunics
Have made a couple of top-down summer sweaters with this lovely drapey yarn: Heliotropic Pullover by Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark and Buttercup by Heidi Kirrmaier. Lovely yarn for both patterns. Knits quickly and the resulting drape...Read complete review
Have made a couple of top-down summer sweaters with this lovely drapey yarn: Heliotropic Pullover by Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark and Buttercup by Heidi Kirrmaier. Lovely yarn for both patterns. Knits quickly and the resulting drape is hard to beat. Only con would be repeated knots per skein. Didn't experience that in every skein, but the last four of the 16 skeins purchased.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Interesting textured yarn.
I am using this yarn to knit Heidi Kirmaier's "Buttercup". I like the pattern, but the yarn does show some uneven stitches in my knitting. It is also very &quo...Read complete review
I am using this yarn to knit Heidi Kirmaier's "Buttercup". I like the pattern, but the yarn does show some uneven stitches in my knitting. It is also very "splitty" so I have to watch my stitches as I am knitting. I do like the texture of the yarn.
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
A perfect year-round yarn for the Pacific Northwest.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
the tunic to be dress pattern for which this yarn is specified is going to need a slip or lining. Despite 3mm needles, it's rather holey fabric. The swatch looks like it will have a nice drape, but it's so thin.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great colours
- Sturdy Without Being Hard
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
I made a dishcloth and I will make various body washing mitts for gifts.
Service and delivery comments:
Prompt delivery as always
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Handtowels And Washcloths
- Sweaters
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
Soft, lightweight, drys quickly, cool for hot weather
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Louet Euroflax
Pros
- Good stitch definition
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
I made the Bias Lace Shell by Lisa R. Myers (knit.wear Spring 2012) and love the way that it turned out. The stitch definition was terrific and the fabric had a lovely drape - the slightly rustic texture made it really interesting. This was my first time knitting with hemp - it was softer than expected but I definitely noticed that it's slower going than wool. Elsebeth Lavold's yarns always come in beautiful colors, and this was no exception.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
I loved the color.....it is more an oatmeal color.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits into nice fabric
- Nice Texture
Cons
- Twists Up
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
I was hesitant to buy this yarn, but I wanted to try a new fiber. I love the heathered color of the yarn, and the texture. I'm making a summer-weight cardigan, and I was pleasantly surprised at the drape of the fabric. I will definitely use this yarn again.
Service and delivery comments:
My order came promptly, and in great condition.
I needed to contact customer service because I didn't order enough yarn. I requested the same dyelot, if possible, and they came through. I very much appreciate the quality of the employees at WEBS.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Drapes well
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
Cons
- Knotted skeins
Best Uses
- Sweaters
- Tunics
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
Have made a couple of top-down summer sweaters with this lovely drapey yarn: Heliotropic Pullover by Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark and Buttercup by Heidi Kirrmaier. Lovely yarn for both patterns. Knits quickly and the resulting drape is hard to beat. Only con would be repeated knots per skein. Didn't experience that in every skein, but the last four of the 16 skeins purchased.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Buttercup Tunic made for a 8-year-old
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Heliotropic pullover made for 2X
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
Cons
- Snags
- Twists Up
- Unravels
Best Uses
- Shawl
- Socks
- Sweaters
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
I am using this yarn to knit Heidi Kirmaier's "Buttercup". I like the pattern, but the yarn does show some uneven stitches in my knitting. It is also very "splitty" so I have to watch my stitches as I am knitting. I do like the texture of the yarn.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy:
Used this for a test knit. At first, I didn't like the coarseness of the plant fibers, but after washing and drying, the yarn bloomed wonderfully and softened up a bit. Was drying on my fingers as I was knitting, but otherwise was a great yarn.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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