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Valley Yarns Northampton
Even though we love all of our Valley Yarns, Northampton has become a fast favorite! We sourced the softest wool we could find and dyed it in a beautiful collection of solid colors and heathered shades. It is a dream to felt and soft enough for cozy garments. Valley Yarns Northampton also has a whopping 247 yards per skein. It is beautiful and economical. Made in Peru.
Purchase Valley Yarns Northampton in Red, the Valley Yarns 452 Hearts of Oak Hat pattern, the Valley Yarns 462 Hearts of Oak Cardigan pattern, and/or the Valley Yarns Hearts of Oak Christmas Stocking pattern in support of Stitch Red! We'll donate 5% of the proceeds to The Heart Truth through June 30th, 2013.
You may also want to try Northampton Bulky which knits at 3 sts = 1" on US 10.5 needles, or Northampton Sport which knits at 6.5 sts = 1" on US 3.
- Content:
- 100% Wool
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 100g/247yd
- Gauge:
- 4.5 sts = 1" on US 8, 5 sts = 1" on US 7
- Knitting Weight:
- Worsted
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100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good weight (44)
- Nice texture (39)
- Dyed evenly (37)
- Soft (31)
- Knits quickly (28)
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters (27)
- Hats (23)
- Scarves (20)
- Gloves (12)
- Felting (11)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (37), Artist (12), Parent (5), Novice (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (43), Yes (5)
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Blankets
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
I have knit blankets for my nieces and nephews using this wool, it is warm yet fairly lightweight, drapes beautifully and the colours are gorgeous.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Hides Mistakes
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Socks
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
Wanted the yarn for sweaters and was not disappointed. Beautiful rich color, could have been a bit more "heathery", but still very nice. Softer than other worsted wool yarns, but not as thick - could be bit thicker for sweaters to knit up a bit faster. Found US 7 to look better than 8. Love the yardage per skein - not skimpy! Excellent price, too. Would buy this yarn again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Stretches
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
Using this to knit a cabled cardigan. So far is knitting up quickly. The yarn is much softer than I expected and has really nice stitch definition. It does appear to stretch a bit which is something to take into account with regards to gauge. Since it's still in process I can't comment on the durability or how it holds up, but so far so good!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
- Hats
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
I felt purses it is never the same but always good
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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Pros
- Bright Cream Color
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Crocheted Afghan
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
Enjoying working with the yarn
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
I hand knit and felt toys and slippers/boots for sale. The quality is appreciated by my customers
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- I'm Knitting Leg Warmers
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
Wonderful stitch definition.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- Hats, Scarves, Vests, Mittens
Pros
- Loved The Hint Of Purple
Cons
- Haven't Knit It Yet
Best Uses
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
I can't wait to knit this up! I am thinking of using it for a lovely cabled zip front hoodie pattern I have...will let you know how it turns out!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
Stretchy, so I used about 10 percent more than the pattern specified, but lovely and soft, fluffed up beautifully in fulling process.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good color selection
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
Cons
Best Uses
- Christmas Stockings
- Felting
Comments about Valley Yarns Northampton:
I have used Northampton to knit Christmas stockings for four generations of family members, 16 stockings thus far. I selected a color scheme for each sub-family, based on each couple's favorite colors. Lizard green is a color in most of them, and it is the only color that was discontinued as the most recent new baby was added. That was a major disappointment, but other colors used seem to continue to be available. The yarn is evenly twisted, with no thick-and-thin areas and thus far no knots. I use size 7 needles and line the stockings with coordinating cotton holiday prints, but if they were unlined I would use size 5 or 6 needles to maintain shape when filled. Stockings are large and hold many gifts, and each is intended to last for many years.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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