Product description a collection of lovely textured patterns including cardigans, pullovers, gloves, a scarf, a stole, a capelet, a hat, and a coat. It is a magnificent 4ply worsted weight in blue faced leicester hand dyed yarn and i can tell you that it is going to be perfect for anything from simple and casual everyday sweaters to the most wonderful texture knits. All of these super patterns use blue faced leicester yarn by debbie bliss, a 100% blue faced leicester wool available in several scrumptious colors. This basic workhorse yarn is anything but basic fleece artists blue face leicester aran yarn is soft, sturdy, and smooshy, making it a great yarn for any pattern calling for a worsted or aran weight yarn. Wys bluefaced leicester aran is yarn as nature intended. Lydia green of mulberry glen, a book by young author millie florence. Find old favourites, such as baby cashmerino, railto dk and cashmerino aran, and discover new releases. A beautiful range of 12 autumnal colours, available in aran weight 50g balls. Dress knitting patterns instant download lovecrafts. In 1963 the bluefaced leicester sheep breeders association was formed to encourage the breeding and maintain the purity of the bluefaced leicester sheep. West yorkshire spinners bluefaced leicester solids aran knits to most aran patterns on 5. Aran 100% bluefaced leicester 82 yards 50 grams 87 projects.
Wys blue faced leicester aran yarn, 50g balls various shades. Easily recognisable with its aquiline nose, pronounced ears and deep blue skin it is popular for crossing and is used as a terminal sire for nearly 50% of the uks commercial breeding flock. Blue faced leicester is a heritage sheep breed with a soft wool that is known for its lovely drape and subtle luster. The bluefaced leicester is the finest uk wool commercially available today. Our british bluefaced leicester fiber is supersorted before it even goes to the mills, meaning that it is picked through at twice the rate that normal wools are handled and examined before being combed and sent for processing at the spinning mill. Fleece artist blue face leicester 28fleece artist blue face leicester 28fleece artist blue face leicester 28fleece artist blue face leicester aran 4. We offer a variety of breed specific yarns in both dyed and natural shades.
Each kit contains 125g of blue face leicester aran weight yarn and 60g of combed merino wool roving. This beautiful 100% wool yarn is available in a range of stunning, muted shades. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran knitting pattern book with instructions for designs for women in sizes 32 46, soft cover 58 pages. Little knits debbie bliss blue faced leicester debbie bliss. Abbreviations c6f slip next 3 sts onto cable needle and hold to front of work, k3, then k3 from cable needle. Bluefaced leicester blue faced leicester wool 2 dye 4. Blue faced leicester aran weight world of wool retail.
Wool2dye4 is the exclusive us distributor of the largest purveyor of british bluefaced leicester yarns. By subscribing to our newsletter you agree to receive emails with latest news from world of wool. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran yarn 25 lilac is available now at jimmy beans wool with free u. This british spun 4ply heavy aran weight worsted spun blue faced leicester yarn comes in natural. West yorkshire spinners bluefaced leicester prints aran knits to most aran patterns on 5. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran laughing hens. At little houndales knits we carry a large selection of debbie bliss yarns and pattern books, flick through the books online or pay us a visit and flick through them here at the farm. Rowan dalesmen book, this book features 14 designs for men.
Bluefaced leicester sheep breeders association carlisle. Blue faced leicester aran knitting pattern book by. South of ireland bluefaced leicester club shared a link. The yarn is machine washable, easytouse and skintouching soft. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Blue faced leicester aran knitting pattern book by debbie bliss. Fleece artist blue faced leicester 28 125gfleece artist celtic vest largefleece artist janefleece artist jane kitfleece artist kid aran. The bluefaced leicester pronounced lester is one of three different types of leicesters englishleicester longwool, border and bluefaced that originated in the hexham area of england during the early 1900s and are descendents of robert bakewells improved dishley leicester stock. We specialize in finding yarn made at the source whether that be on wild scottish islands, or in the bucolic devon countryside. Debbie bliss knitting patterns lovecrafts, loveknittings.
Quick overview with the success of her blue faced leicester aran, debbie offers the same breedspecific yarn in a dk weight and in equally luscious heathered colors. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran yarn 100 percent wool spun from the fleece of the blue faced leicester sheep breed. Yarn spun from this fleece is hailed for its softness, luster and drape. Our blue faced leicester aran weight yarn is a very popular choice. We are proud to be supporting british wool by including this beautiful yarn made from the fleece of the blue faced leicester. It is hard to improve on perfection, but worsted spinning bluefaced leicester fibre must come close. Blue face leicester, commonly known as bfl, is a british luster longwool. Your information will not be shared with any organisation outside of world of wool. Our sincere condolences go out to the family, he will be sorely missed. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester dk knitting pattern book. Bfl, bfl fingering, blue face leicester, breed of sheep, fleece, know your sheep, signature 4ply, the uncommon thread, wool, wys, yarn. Getter cute lamb baa baa black sheep animal fibres sheep breeds cute sheep counting sheep sheep and lamb mini pigs. South of ireland bluefaced leicester club modeling agency. Like the dishley leicester, the bluefaced leicester was originally created as a crossing breed, but as it grew increasingly popular all over country, farmers started using it solely for the production of meat and wool.
Makeup size 100gm hank 225metres tension 28rs x 22sts 10cm 4 sq 4mm us6 needles. From deep purples and blues to burnt orange and greens, this 100% british bluefaced leicester yarn will inspire you to create something wonderful to keep you warm and cosy. Bluefaced leicester country sock collection birds peacock. Made from the same super soft fleece of one of the uk\s most popular breeds blue faced leicester dk is available in heathers to reflect the subtle tones and textures of the british landscape. Debbie bliss patterns create knitted garments of true class and quality. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran colorful stitches. With a staple length of 36 inches this fiber practically spins itself.
As the name suggests, west yorkshire spinners operates from just outside the town of keighley, west yorkshire which is most definitely the home of the british worsted spinning industry. Hand dyed blue faced leicester worsted yarn from lisa souza. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran yarn 25 lilac 100 percent wool spun from the fleece of the blue faced leicester sheep breed. First known as the dishley leicester, and then the hexham leicester, because of the prevalence of the breed in northumberland, the name bluefaced leicester became known at the beginning of the 20th century. Knitting pattern book by loweth wools of leicester. Here at the woolly thistle we we encourage woolly wanderlust and share information about where the wool was grown and milled. It has a completely unique character combining softness with a silky texture and sheen. Each of these popular books features 4 classic garment collections designed by the talented jenny watson. Wool2dye4 is licensed to sell british yarns, and our bluefaced leicester is 100% british wool. Blue faced leicester aran by debbie bliss debbie bliss brand books, black sheep wools. Blue faced leicester is a heritage sheep breed whose soft wool is known for its fantastic drape and silky luster. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran knitting wool in 50g balls in a lovely range of colours. Our supplier has a team of buyers attending the auctions and.
British bluefaced leicester is the original bfl in the world, and what we carry is 100% british bluefaced leicester. Colours are always bright and vivid each thrum mitten kit is colour coordinated by the artists at fleece artist hand maiden. Blue faced leicester aran is a beautiful yarn which is now unfortunately discontinued, but you can still pick it up online here at outback yarns at a discount rate. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Wys blue faced leicester aran 50g various shades for the lovers of pure wool who are after something hard wearing and long lasting then blue faced. The bluefaced leicester bfl is a longwool breed of sheep which evolved from a breeding scheme of robert bakewell, in dishley, leicestershire in the eighteenth century. Create cosy, autumnal pieces with the lovely blue faced leicester aran. The blue face leicester fleece is considered the cashmere of wools.
Buy debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran pattern book. Dec 7, 2015 blue faced leicester aran knitting pattern book by debbie bliss 50% off at loveknitting for a limited time only. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran yarn is available now at jimmy beans wool with free u. Our collection includes debbie bliss, andes, angel, baby cashmerino, bolero, cashmerino aran, cashmerino dk, duchessa, eco aran, eco baby, jester, luxury silk dk, paloma, party angel, rialto 4ply, and rialto lace. Eventually the bluefaced leicester sheep breeders association was created in 1963, leading to the opening of their.
Six of the more popular breeds are always available in our permanent collection. Fleece artist blue face leicester aran closeout special 35% off all sales final. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran pattern book woolly. Bluefaced leicester breeders association home facebook. Bluefaced leicester sheep breeders association riverside view, warwick road, ca1 2bs carlisle, cumbria rated 4. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran yarn at webs. Featuring a hearty micron count of 26 but dont let that number fool you, this fiber. Buy debbie bliss blue faced leicester dk knitting pattern book fw. I think they look like a cross between a sheep and a kangaroo. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran knitting yarn.
Aran west yorkshire spinners reared, sheared and spun. This yarn is made from the fleece of the blue faced leicester, a british breed that produces a beautiful fleece. Lustrous and soft with the natural resilience make this a great choice for your project. A collection of lovely textured patterns including cardigans, pullovers, gloves, a scarf, a stole, a capelet, a hat, and a coat. These elegant sheep are deservedly among the most popular of all british breeds due to their fine, soft, semilustrous fleece. A list of potential substitutes, if you cant get hold of or cant afford debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran, with detailed advice and warnings about any differences. It is hard to improve on perfection, but worsted spinning blue faced leicester fibre must come close. Debbie bliss is the most published knitwear designer, with over 35 knitting books, 20 booklets and her own knitting magazine. Tension 18 sts and 24 rows to 10cm4in square over st st using 4. On the animal, the fleece is formed from long locks of fibre giving the sheep a distinctive look. Highly recommend this for yourself or as a gift for someone who enjoys knitting with aran yarn. West yorkshire spinners wys signature 4ply yarn christmas sock kit.
This springy 100% wool aran weight yarn is beautifully dyed in bold, modern colors and has amazing stitch definition. One of the few worsted spinning companies left in the uk, west yorkshire spinners combine state of the art technology with generations of expertise and unrivaled knowhow. Jan 18 2017 know your sheep the bluefaced leceister. West yorkshire spinners blue faced leicester aran 50g smd. West yorkshire spinners bluefaced leicester aran solids all. West yorkshire spinners wys signature 4ply yarn christmas sock kit 5. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran knitting pattern book. The bluefaced leicester pronounced lester is one of three different types of leicesters english leicester longwool, border and bluefaced that originated in the hexham area of england during the early 1900s and are descendents of robert bakewells improved dishley leicester stock. This worsted weight yarn is dyed in several beautiful colors. Oct 12, 2015 the bluefaced leicester is one of the most well known sheep breeds in the uk today, and arguably one of the most important. Today it is known as the bluefaced leicester and is now the most popular crossing sire throughout the british isles. Blue faced leicester im so proud, i can finally spell it without secondguessing myself is an english longwool breed, developed from the border leicester in the early 20th century. Geoffreys final selection included william adams carryhouse aged ram, perhaps the sire that aided with adams ongoing success at sales and in the show ring. Merino and blue faced leicester, or bfl, are two of the most popular wools around.
If we dont have the yarn your looking for please get in. First known as the dishley leicester, and then the hexham leicester, because of the prevalence of the breed in northumberland, the name bluefaced leicester became known at the beginning of the 20th cent. Knitting patterns free delivery possible on eligible purchases. This english longwool breed was developed from the border leicester in the early 18th century. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you. If the yarn or book you want is not linked, feel free to call us to order it by phone. Youll love working with debbie blisss blue faced leicester aran yarn. The lovely fibres of debbie bliss yarns are perfect for modern design or classically beautiful favourites. The blue face leicester range also includes an aran weight.
Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran yarn at jimmy beans. Geoffrey porter from the distinguished riddings flock embarked upon judging the blues at omagh show 2019. Its a bulky weight knits on 9mmus needles, stunningly super soft single ply, hand dyed merino wool thats great for. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester dk book design 3 honeycomb. Bluefaced leicester laceweight yarns blacker yarns. Hand dyed blue faced leicester worsted yarn from lisa.
Also contains a shawl, batwing cardi, hat, scarf etc. Buy from a great range of west yorkshire spinners yarn. With the success of her blue faced leicester aran, debbie offers the same breedspecific yarn in a dk weight and in equally luscious heathered colors. Geoffreys final selection included william adams carryhouse aged ram, perhaps the sire that aided with adams ongoing success at sales and in the show ring with his offspring banking many rosettes. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester dk laughing hens. Bluefaced leicester aran pattern book west yorkshire spinners. Merino is so awesome that even nonspinners, nonknitters, and nocraftingabilitywhatsoever people have even heard of it. Debbie bliss milano knitting pattern book 12 designs for. The fiber feels finer than the micron count would suggest, while the luster promotes intense dye results. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester dk is a collection of 12 patterns for men, women and children made in debbie bliss beautiful heathered bfl dk yarn. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran knitting pattern. Blue faced leicester dk tartan, debbie bliss, blue faced. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran suggested substitutes. Hand wash 30 reshape whilst damp do not tumble dry.
Many elements should be taken into account when assessing the quality of a yarn and the most important of all is of course the fleece it is made from. Whilst robin himself was a dyedinthewool bluefaced leicester man, the raine family has a long, proud and highly supportive connection with nemsa ever since our heyday. Fleece artist thrummed mitten kit le river city yarns. Deramores stocks an unrivalled range of aran yarns in various colours and fibres to meet all of your creative requirements. West yorkshire spinners blue faced leicester printed aran 100g. Aran 100% bluefaced leicester 82 yards 50 grams 86 projects.
Plus its machine washable, so your gorgeous projects will be easy to care for. Bfl is a newer breed, and so far has penetrated the spinning community and is working its way through the knitters and crocheters, too. Debbie is known for her iconic knitting pattern designs and beautiful yarns in her signature palette. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran, 50g balls various.
Following the popularity of debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran debbie is now delighted to introduce this beautiful fibre in double knitting weight. Debbie bliss blue faced leicester aran pattern book. Hand knitted boys mens aran style jumper sweater 14yrs to mens xxxl. Bluefaced leicester west yorkshire spinners reared. This springy 100% wool yarn comes in aran and dk weights and works up to make beautiful garments and accessories with great stitch definition.