Nakid Series
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Color code: | Pure Wool Fingering |
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Explore the raw beauty of three divine undyed fibre options: an Alpaca Blend, a Sock Yarn and Pure Wool. With yarn weights ranging from Fingering to Chunky across the collection, this new premium series awaits the artistry of hand dyers.
The Scheepjes Nakid Series includes six different yarns in three undyed fibre blends. Aimed at hand dyers, it is equally suitable for those who love to knit and crochet with natural shades. The attractive appearance of the yarns will vary slightly due to the natural fibre composition.
In this blog, you'll find a guide on how to dye Scheepjes Nakid Series yarn yourself.
Alpaca / Wool
The first fibre blend is an Alpaca/Wool mix (20% Alpaca, 80% Wool), which comes in two weights, Undyed Alpaca Blend DK Weight and Undyed Alpaca Blend Chunky. Warm and very soft, it’s suitable for garments and accessories such as hats and scarves.
YARN SPECIFICATIONS
NAKID SERIES: UNDYED ALPACA BLEND DK WEIGHT
• Fibres 80% Wool, 20% Alpaca
• Needle/hook size 4-5.5mm
• Yarn weight DK
• Ball weight/length 100g/210m
• Gauge/tension 21 stitches and 30 rows measure 10 x 10cm in stocking stitch using 4mm needles
NAKID SERIES: UNDYED ALPACA BLEND CHUNKY
• Fibres 80% Wool, 20% Alpaca
• Needle/hook size 6-6.5mm
• Yarn weight Chunky
• Ball weight/length 100g/120m
• Gauge/tension 15 stitches and 20 rows measure 10 x 10cm in stocking stitch using 6mm needles
Basolan Wool
The second fibre is 100% Basolan Wool (see below). There are three different weights: Undyed Pure Wool Sport, Undyed Pure Wool DK Weight, and Undyed Pure Wool Fingering. They are perfect for knitting and crocheting garments, homewares and shawls.
About Basolan Wool
This treatment process makes the wool shrink resistant and enables dye to penetrate the fibres deeper, producing a more intense depth and brightness of colour. Hand dyers can achieve vibrant results with minimal shrinkage.
YARN SPECIFICATIONS
NAKID SERIES: UNDYED PURE WOOL FINGERING
• Fibres 100% Basolan Wool
• Needle/hook size 2.5-3mm
• Yarn weight Fingering
• Ball weight/length 100g/400m
• Gauge/tension 29 stitches and 45 rows measure 10 x 10cm in stocking stitch using 2.5mm needles
NAKID SERIES: UNDYED PURE WOOL SPORT
• Fibres 100% Basolan Wool
• Needle/hook size 3-4mm
• Yarn weight Sport
• Ball weight/length 100g/300m
• Gauge/tension 26 stitches and 34 rows measure 10 x 10cm in stocking stitch using 3mm needles
NAKID SERIES: UNDYED PURE WOOL DK WEIGHT
• Fibres 100% Basolan Wool
• Needle/hook size 4-5mm
• Yarn weight DK
• Ball weight/length 100g/200m
• Gauge/tension 23 stitches and 28 rows measure 10 x 10cm in stocking stitch using 4mm needles
The recommended care for the five Alpaca Blend and Pure Wool yarns is to hand wash and dry flat.
Sock Yarn
The range also includes Undyed Sock Yarn (75% Superwash Wool, 25% Nylon). Breathable and warm due to the natural properties of wool, it also has the resilience and easy-care qualities that result from the addition of nylon. It is machine- washable, so makes a practical choice for socks. The yarn is also suitable for other projects such as shawls and garments.
YARN SPECIFICATIONS
NAKID SERIES: UNDYED SOCK YARN FINGERING
• Fibres 75% Superwash Virgin Wool,25% Polyamide • Needle/hook size 2.5-3mm
• Yarn weight Fingering
• Ball weight/length 100g/400m
• Gauge/tension 29 stitches and 45 rows measure 10 x 10cm in stocking stitch using 2.5mm needles
