DK Yarns – 5.25-6 sts/1"
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Valley Yarns Northfield
We're very excited about this addition to Valley Yarns. Northfield is a glorious blend of merino, baby alpaca, and silk. This DK weight is perfect for garments and accessories that you want to be warm and cozy. Valley Yarns Northfield has the slightest sheen from the silk, adding sophistication to this superb yarn. Made in Peru.
Get more project ideas from the Northfield edition of Valley Yarns on Ravelry on our blog.
Check out our Valley Yarns Northfield Undyed 250 Gram Hanks and Northfield Hand Dyed by the Kangaroo Dyer!
- Content:
- 70% Merino/20% Baby Alpaca/10% Silk
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 50g/124yd
- Gauge:
- 5.5 sts = 1" on US 6
- Knitting Weight:
- DK
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by PowerReviews(based on 50 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Soft (35)
- Nice texture (32)
- Good weight (31)
- Dyed evenly (22)
- Knits quickly (19)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters (29)
- Scarves (26)
- Hats (20)
- Gloves (8)
- Shawls (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (27), Parent (8), Artist (5), Novice (5)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (35), Yes (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
I will buy it again and again
I made a beret with a leaf motif. The patterned stitches popped. The product is soft, wearable and blocked nicely. I want more. I gave this beret away as a gift, but ...Read complete review
I made a beret with a leaf motif. The patterned stitches popped. The product is soft, wearable and blocked nicely. I want more. I gave this beret away as a gift, but I plan to buy more Northfield for my next project, a cabled pullover.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Yarn OK. Small yardage on balls
i WAS VERY IMPRESSED WITH THE SERVICE PERSON WHO TOOK MY CALL. ALSO, I RECEIVED MY YARN WITHIN TWO DAYS. I RAN OUT OF DYE LOT AND NEEDED TWO MORE WHICH CAME IN TWO...Read complete review
i WAS VERY IMPRESSED WITH THE SERVICE PERSON WHO TOOK MY CALL. ALSO, I RECEIVED MY YARN WITHIN TWO DAYS. I RAN OUT OF DYE LOT AND NEEDED TWO MORE WHICH CAME IN TWO DAYS WITH THE SAME DYE LOT.FANTASTIC! COULDN'T HAVE BEEN BETTER.
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
- I Haven't Found Any Yet
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
the color and feel are the best...I'm making a cabled sweater and the cables junp out and it stays soft.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
Great colors, nice & springy, sturdy, soft, good value. Will buy again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Color Saturation
- Good stitch definition
- Good Weight
- Knits easily
- Soft hand
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
This weight works well for mid-range sweater.. not light weight but not heavy fall/winter either. When some colors went on sale I grabbed more yarn for future projects. I will definitely be using it again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- One Or Two Slubs
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
This yarn (in charcoal) was selected specifically to knit the ChicKnits Hey Girl cardigan. It is producing excellent results in this application. I appreciate the slightly tighter twist, and a soft, squishy texture. It is easy on the hands. Good stitch definition, but also has visual interest with longer fibers here and there, and a slight halo (unwashed as of yet). Very easy to work with and a great yarn for sweaters. A beautiful yarn to select for larger projects. I would buy this yarn again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautifully Light Weight
- Dyed Evenly
- Elegant
- Great Stitch Definition
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
I'm using this in a dressy but simple sweater with princess lines in cable stitches.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Great For Doll Clothes
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
I used this yarn to knit dolls and their clothes. The yarn has a nice texture and keeps its shape.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Shows Stitch Details Well
- Soft
Cons
- Limited color selection
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
I made gauge swatches for two different sweaters.
Like them both, could replicate the pattern gauge well.
Stitch definition was great for the Durwich sweater and for German herringbone stitch.
Good quality lovely soft yarn.
I am not crazy about the colors and am thinking about it still. It is a commitment to knit a patterned sweater for me. I have to love it before I start.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Great Stitch Definition
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Mittens
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
Lovely colors, great stitch definition, soft and luxurious!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
I chose this yarn for the stitch definition and I was not disappointed.
Service and delivery comments:
I had bought several skeins at the store, but ran out before I finished my project. I requested a specific dye lot and was delighted to receive the perfect match.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northfield:
I made a beret with a leaf motif. The patterned stitches popped. The product is soft, wearable and blocked nicely. I want more. I gave this beret away as a gift, but I plan to buy more Northfield for my next project, a cabled pullover.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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