Yarn Buying

[Teresa]

I ALWAYS go for a yarn that FEELS good or that has some funky patterns that it can be knit up in.  Colour is a deciding factor too, I like a good selection, but to be honest, price doesnt really come into it.  I figure that it takes soooo long to knit up a garment, and all the effort that goes into the making it should be rewarded with a top quality yarn that will last the distance.

There is a great website in the USA that reviews lots of yarns.  They knit up swatches, wash them and then they tell you what they thought and how it held up:-

http://www.knittersreview.com

see you
Teresa

[izabelle]

I go for things with strong colour and that feel amazing. Sometimes things with different kinds of textures appeal too..

I don't like acrylic stuff much. I buy the best I can afford. Knitting is a laborious process and I think all that effort deserves the very best tools that you can get.

[Leigh]

I love the Rowan Yarns.  I am a newcomer to their patterns and yarns, but since discovering them, I wouldnt buy anything else.  They are pretty expensive, I grant you, but the love and care that I put into making a garment, I reckon deserves a top quality yarn.  If you havent knit with any of it before, you should splash out at least once on this fabulous yarn.

Also, I checked out www.knittersreview.com, as reccommended by Teresa, and they review loads of yarns, so it helps you make a decision before you buy.  Great tip...thanks Teresa.

Leigh

[Sam McLean]

Hi there,
Yes, I go for wool too. Acrylic tends to pill easily and spoils your work. I love fine wool (2-3-4 ply) because I have lots of vintage patterns which use these gauges. If anyone needs vintage patterns, let me know and I can send them to you.
I love classic styles from the 40's and 50's. The only problem with getting fine wool is that it's usually baby wool that only comes in pastels, not strong reds, navy etc. I have used cleckheaton Baby merino which comes in fab colours. Knits up beautifully too. I would like to try Rowan because I love the colours. I need to save up more though!!!
Sam  

[Caroly]

I always look for a yarn that feels nice. I suffer from dermatitis, so anything harsh afftects my hands while I am knitting.

The few times I have tried novelty yarns, I have always been disappointed with the handle of the yarn, and the durability of the finished product.

I no longer by anything with more than a token amount synthetic content,  and I am much happier with the finished result, and I enjoy working with it more.

[Freya]

I don't buy acrylic at all, synthetics don't have the same *feel* for me.  I agree that even though some yarns are more expensive, it's worth it because of the time and effort spent on making a garment.  If it's expensive I'd rather wait and save up than go for a cheaper yarn.

For me, the major factor for choosing yarn is colour.

[Knitaholic]

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[patty114]

I love Patons classic wool for hats,mittens. I am currently using Brown Sheeps Lambs Pride worsted for the diamond twist scarf in Creative Knitting. I love this magazine as all the projects are timeless.  I like using Lion Brand's Homespun for afghans. Hopefully, I would like to do a wool afghan and a rug.  

[Anonymous]

i  too am partial to wool . i go for the feel and colour .
 sometimes go for someting a little unusual or that i havent tried before .
 right now i have ordered wool for a boys ribbed jumper  from the country sspinner collection just to try it out

[Anonymous]

very interesting...

[Jodez]

I love wool - pure wool in great colours - rainbow wool, nundle wool, bendigo wool are great.

I also like hand-dyed yarn.

Mohair
Silk
Cashmere.
Cotton - Yes I like knitting in cotton.

Looking for good quality and texture.

I use the patterns from everywhere - second hand books and magazines, the internet, bought patterns - and usually adapt them to be what i want them to be. (just tweaking).

The fabulous knitty online magazine (knitty.com) is a constant inspiration.

One of my favourite places to shop (when I can convince a friend to send on yarn from the states (hint hint The wool shack) is knitpicks (www.knitpicks.com - some of the most beautiful yarn in the world)
P.S The addition of Lorna's Laces to The Wool Shack is fantastic.

Many thanks for the ever expanding range!

[woolly]

Like most of the above posters I go for colour and texture first and foremost.  I also avoid acrylic and other synthetics if possible and always tend towards natural fibres (wool, cotton, silk, cashmere, alpaca, mohair, angora etc.)  

Is it just me or do the cheap acrylics tend to come in bad colour choices anyway?

I do like wool but sometimes find 100% wool a bit scratchy.  My next project will be in Jo Sharp Silkroad Aran Tweed which feels beautifully soft - the addition of the silk and cashmere to the blend makes a big difference.  While working on my current project (in 100% merino) I occasionally put it down to stroke the lovely soft Silkroad wool waiting for me!

I'd be interested to see any hemp knitting yarn on the market with it's current resurgence as a commercial crop.

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[CherryKat]

I like a pure product and am just coming out of a complete mohair addiction.

Although, I did find a french yarn last season with a long pile like fur which was great, and it was 100% man made. It was soft and knitted up beautifully, and the colours were luxurious!

I love vintage patterns also and have just received one from yesterknits, which is a website coming out of Edinburgh, Scotland. I can't wait to start it, it is a waisted cross over top with short sleeves.

I recommend this site for anyone interested in vintage knits.