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Shalimar Yarns Breathless
Shalimar Yarns Breathless is so soft and beautiful it will leave you breathless! This blend of superwash merino, cashmere and silk would make exquisite shawls, accessories, and more. The hand dyed colors are gorgeous and not too overpowering for your favorite stitch pattern.
- Content:
- 75% Superwash Merino/15% Cashmere/10%SIlk
- Care:
- Hand Wash, Dry Flat
- Weight/Yardage:
- 4oz./420yd
- Gauge:
- 7-8 sts = 1" on US1-3
- Knitting Weight:
- Fingering
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by PowerReviews(based on 14 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Soft (12)
- Nice texture (10)
- Good weight (7)
- Dyed evenly (6)
- Knits quickly (6)
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves (10)
- Hats (6)
- Gloves (5)
- Socks (5)
- Sweaters (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (11)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (12)
Most Liked Positive Review
Decadently soft and completely addictive
This is the most amazing yarn I have ever used. It flows effortlessly through the fingers. I have made mostly shawls with Breathless and when they're folded they are amazingly cushy and springy! Can't...Read complete review
This is the most amazing yarn I have ever used. It flows effortlessly through the fingers. I have made mostly shawls with Breathless and when they're folded they are amazingly cushy and springy! Can't wait to knit a pair of socks! Until recently, I was able to buy directly from the dyer. What a treat it was to be able to see and feel this yarn in person! If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Inconsistent color and twist
There are 12 reviews all giving the yarn 5 stars, but I think that knitters need to be aware of potential problems with the color when using this yarn for any project requiring more than...Read complete review
There are 12 reviews all giving the yarn 5 stars, but I think that knitters need to be aware of potential problems with the color when using this yarn for any project requiring more than 2 skeins.
I ordered 4 skeins in Lagoon. The yarn is so amazingly soft with a gorgeous texture, but the color was slightly inconsistent from one skein to another.
I noticed the inconsistency when I wound the first 2 skeins, but I forged ahead because I was on a deadline. I'm not sure if WEBS sent me skeins from different lots or if I was just unlucky. I also allowed the numerous 5 star reviews to blind me to the color problem.
The yarn was for a particularly important project - a shawl for my mother who has breast cancer - so I wanted it to be perfect. Halfway through the first skein the 'lighter' spots were too obvious to ignore, and the twist was also inconsistent with lots of loose sections. I could tell the next skein was going to look very different and I had to frog it. I ended up using 4 skeins of Plucky Knitter Primo fingering for the shawl - perfect!
As for the Breathless, I used 2.5 skeins, alternating, to make a short-sleeved cardigan - so I didn't waste the balls I had already wound and used. That solved the color problem, and I added twist as I went to the loose spots. The cardigan came out beautifully, thank goodness.
The skein/s I have left have more consistent color (few light spots at least) and the twist looks better, but it is unlikely that I will ever buy this yarn again as it added too much work and there are so many more luxury yarns easily available. If you decide to use Breathless for a large project, be prepared to alternate skeins.
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Pros
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
I enjoyed working with this yarn...which is a good thing, because I ended up about 25 yards short to finish my project with it. Built-in excuse to buy a couple more skeins! I've been wearing the shawl I made with it almost nonstop and it's delightful against the skin. It blocks like a dream.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Unravels
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
There are 12 reviews all giving the yarn 5 stars, but I think that knitters need to be aware of potential problems with the color when using this yarn for any project requiring more than 2 skeins.
I ordered 4 skeins in Lagoon. The yarn is so amazingly soft with a gorgeous texture, but the color was slightly inconsistent from one skein to another.
I noticed the inconsistency when I wound the first 2 skeins, but I forged ahead because I was on a deadline. I'm not sure if WEBS sent me skeins from different lots or if I was just unlucky. I also allowed the numerous 5 star reviews to blind me to the color problem.
The yarn was for a particularly important project - a shawl for my mother who has breast cancer - so I wanted it to be perfect. Halfway through the first skein the 'lighter' spots were too obvious to ignore, and the twist was also inconsistent with lots of loose sections. I could tell the next skein was going to look very different and I had to frog it. I ended up using 4 skeins of Plucky Knitter Primo fingering for the shawl - perfect!
As for the Breathless, I used 2.5 skeins, alternating, to make a short-sleeved cardigan - so I didn't waste the balls I had already wound and used. That solved the color problem, and I added twist as I went to the loose spots. The cardigan came out beautifully, thank goodness.
The skein/s I have left have more consistent color (few light spots at least) and the twist looks better, but it is unlikely that I will ever buy this yarn again as it added too much work and there are so many more luxury yarns easily available. If you decide to use Breathless for a large project, be prepared to alternate skeins.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Socks
- Sweaters
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
Just enough silk to keep the yarn from blooming, which makes it perfect for baby items. . . . and the cashmere makes it warm and soft.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
Luxurious and perfect for babies.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
- Stitch definition
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Lace
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
This is one of my favorite fingering-weight yarns, especially for lace projects!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Machine Washable
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Scarves
- Shawls
- Socks
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
Very soft yarn that washes well, doesn't pill, and comes in lovely colors.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
I love knitting with this yarn. It feels wonderful in my hands, it shows good stitch definition and is just all around great to knit. I will certainly use it for future projects.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Great variation
- Soft
Cons
- None
Best Uses
- Everything
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
I love this yarn! The colors are aboslutely gorgeous with slight variation -- just enough to give the yarn some interest. I'm making a feather and fan scarf with it and the result is beautiful. Also, this yarn is so soft that once I got it I decided to knit something for myself and not gift this item (as I originally intended).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Cowls
- Scarves
- Shawls
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
Exquisite colors.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Shawls
- Socks
Comments about Shalimar Yarns Breathless:
I love this yarn. I have made a few things including shawls and a scarf.[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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