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Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed
Donegal Tweed is a handsome wool tweed, perfect for sweaters, vests and afghans. One ply of 100% wool is twisted with complimentary-colored slubs for a timeless look and tons of texture. This yarn is a classic and has made so many wonderful projects over the years! Made in Ireland.
- Content:
- 100% Irish Wool
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 100g/183yd
- Gauge:
- 4.5 sts = 1" on US 8
- Knitting Weight:
- Worsted
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 12 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
82%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Nice texture (10)
- Good weight (8)
- Knits quickly (7)
- Dyed evenly (5)
- Soft (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters (9)
- Hats (6)
- Scarves (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (8)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (11)
Most Liked Positive Review
Love the colorful flecks
Everybody loves the flecks. It really add pizazz to the yarn and makes the donegal tweed interesting to knit with.
I am knitting a sweater and have used 4 skeins so f...Read complete review
Everybody loves the flecks. It really add pizazz to the yarn and makes the donegal tweed interesting to knit with.
I am knitting a sweater and have used 4 skeins so far. There is everything to like and nothing to dislike about this yarn. There no knots in the middle of the skein. The yarn holds up after ripping out. The texture is interesting and easy to knit with, a bit crunchy with strands that unevenly thick and thin. Best of all, it's got orange and purple flecks!
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Most Liked Negative Review
Would not buy this product again.
Making a hat and mittens. Hopefully, they will wear for awhile.
Making a hat and mittens. Hopefully, they will wear for awhile.
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
If you want a soft, cuddly yarn, this isn't it. As indicated above, this is a typical Donegal tweed and so wouldn't wear it next to the skin. However, it presents cables and other decorative stitches in great detail.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Similar:
- Studio Donegal, Kilcarra tweed
Pros
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
Beautiful color
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
I am making a pullover sweater with a fair isle pattern on the yoke and bottom of sleeves from tahki stacy charles. It is called Yoke Pullover and is a free pattern. My grandmother is from Ireland so I love using a yarn from there. It is very easy to work although the pattern on the sweater is presenting me with a few challenges.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
I haven't had time to knit this up yet but I purchased it to make the "Central Park Hoodie" from Interweave that is so popular on Ravelry. Thousands have been knit and that many people can't be wrong! I'm looking forward to knitting the project. The color is perfect and the yarn is soft but substantial. I think I'll really like the finished product.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- 100 Percent Wool
- Great Cable Definition
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
- Splices Easily
Cons
- Twists Up
Best Uses
- Sweaters
- Tunic
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
I knit a Cables & Lace Tunic in 8 days with a little over 8 skeins. Everything is good about the 100% wool. I can live with the twisting up as it wasn't that bad.
After knitting the tunic, I ordered 10 more skeins to knit a cardigan for me!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Cables & Lace Tunic
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Pros
- Good stitch definition
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Sweaters
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
Everybody loves the flecks. It really add pizazz to the yarn and makes the donegal tweed interesting to knit with.
I am knitting a sweater and have used 4 skeins so far. There is everything to like and nothing to dislike about this yarn. There no knots in the middle of the skein. The yarn holds up after ripping out. The texture is interesting and easy to knit with, a bit crunchy with strands that unevenly thick and thin. Best of all, it's got orange and purple flecks!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
Use at least size 10 needles. Not good for children as it can feel scratchy. Does knit up quickly
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
I knitted the Central Park Hoodie for my
daughter. She wears it everywhere. Especially
found the sweater useful for nights while
camping.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Sweaters
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
Love this yarn!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautiful colors
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
- Wonderful drape
Cons
Best Uses
- Pochos
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed:
I love this yarn for garments knit on larger needles. The band recommends size 8 needles but I use 10-11 and find the finished product to be very soft and interesting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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