Plymouth Yarn
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Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen
- Content:
- 40% Fine Llama/35% Silk/25% Linen
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 50g/109yd
- Gauge:
- 5 sts = 1" on US 7
- Knitting Weight:
- Worsted
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by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
43%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Nice texture (5)
- Good weight (4)
- Soft (4)
- Dyed evenly (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
strong basic fibers
I knit a sample of Royal Llama Linen two years ago and I had no problems. It was a rustic-appearing yarn which felt good on my skin. Linen and silk are two of the ...Read complete review
I knit a sample of Royal Llama Linen two years ago and I had no problems. It was a rustic-appearing yarn which felt good on my skin. Linen and silk are two of the strongest fibers around - perhaps the yarn was stored very poorly. In that case she should have tried to return it instead of throwing it away. Besides there are always ways of recycling unusuable yarn. I like this yarn.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Fragile
This would be best used with another yarn to strengthen the fibers. Alone, it breaks with the slightest tug and I would worry that any garment would tear as easily. The texture is unique...Read complete review
This would be best used with another yarn to strengthen the fibers. Alone, it breaks with the slightest tug and I would worry that any garment would tear as easily. The texture is unique and I like the color which is variagated due the fibers all taking the dye differently.
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Pros
- Drapes well
- Dyed Evenly
- Good depth of color
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Slubby
- Soft
- Unusual color
Cons
- Knots
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Vest
- Warm weather wear
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
This was fun to work with, color is beautiful, and it hooks up easily. If you want stitch definition, use another yarn, Royal Llama Linen is all about texture & softness. It has a sort of rustic appeal that has a degree of sophistication.
A simple pattern will work best, fine details would be lost.
With short skeins and at least one knot in each, some people will dislike. I don't mind spending a few extra minutes weaving ends when a project looks good. My vest looks good!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
I love the color and the feel of this yarn. I am making a summer open weave cardigan and it made up nicely. I had trouble when casting on one skein in that the yarn broke a couple times while I was casting on. I'm worried about the "robustness" of the yarn in a garment, but I guess I will find out.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Machine Washable
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Stretches
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Scarves
- Socks
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
I made a scarf for my granddaughter who loves llamas.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
I am finishing a cardigan and have had no problem with the yarn breaking and I am on the 10th skein. Both the color and feel of yarn are perfect.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Love the way it looks
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Breaks
Best Uses
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
Still planning on trying to knit with it, but it broke a bunch of time as I was trying to roll it into a ball.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
I should also mention that I JUST received this yarn today from UPS, and it broke 6 times while trying to create a ball, no matter how gently I unwound it, and it knotted extrememly easily, took me hours to unwind and roll into a ball. However, I do intend to use it with another yarn in hopes that it will prevent it from breaking within the garment.
Pros
- Lovely color and texture
Cons
- Breaks easily
- Snags
Best Uses
- As a novelty with another
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
This would be best used with another yarn to strengthen the fibers. Alone, it breaks with the slightest tug and I would worry that any garment would tear as easily. The texture is unique and I like the color which is variagated due the fibers all taking the dye differently.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
This yarn knits up very nicely. I made a shawl with a beautiful drape to it. The yarn has a somewhat loose twist, but it did not break on me at all.
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
I knit a sample of Royal Llama Linen two years ago and I had no problems. It was a rustic-appearing yarn which felt good on my skin. Linen and silk are two of the strongest fibers around - perhaps the yarn was stored very poorly. In that case she should have tried to return it instead of throwing it away. Besides there are always ways of recycling unusuable yarn. I like this yarn.
Comments about Plymouth Yarn Royal Llama Linen:
When long tail casting on, had problem with yarn constantly breaking. After several tries, I threw 18 skeins in the garbage.
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