Premium DK-to-Worsted Weight Wool Yarn for Knitting, Crochet & Weaving — Durable, Warm & Versatile
The Ashford Triple Knit Yarn is a carefully blended New Zealand wool made from selected finer-micron Corriedale and Perendale fleece. Spinners, knitters, crocheters, and weavers love Triple Knit for its ideal balance of softness, strength, natural elasticity, and budget-friendly affordability. This yarn is crafted to be a go-to favorite for projects requiring warmth, durability, and beautiful stitch definition — from sweaters and beanies to woven blankets and shawls.
Triple Knit offers all the benefits of real wool: breathability, temperature regulation, moisture-wicking, body-shaping memory, and the lasting comfort only natural fibers provide.
Why Choose Ashford Triple Knit
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100% Pure New Zealand Wool
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Affordable go-to project yarn — ideal for beginners & experts
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Resilient fibers create long-lasting garments and accessories
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Perfect texture for sweaters, scarves, hats, blankets, shawls, home goods
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Suitable for knitting, crochet, rigid heddle weaving, frame loom weaving, & tapestry accents
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Naturally warm, durable, and wear-resistant
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Excellent loft for soft yet structured results
Specifications
| Attribute |
Details |
| Composition |
100% New Zealand Wool |
| Ball Weight |
100 g (net standard condition) |
| Length |
150 m (164 yds) |
| Recommended Needle Size |
5.00 – 5.50 mm (US 8 – 9) |
| Weaving Sett |
5 – 7.5 dpi (20 – 30/10) |
| Gauge / Tension |
18 sts × 22 rows = 10 × 10 cm (4 × 4 in) |
| Care Instructions |
Hand wash, Dry flat |
| Weight Category |
Triple Knit / Worsted-leaning DK |
FAQs
What is Ashford Triple Knit used for?
Triple Knit is ideal for knitted sweaters, beanies, scarves, blankets, shawls, baby items, and for weaving on rigid heddle looms, tapestry looms, and multi-shaft looms.
Is Ashford Triple Knit soft?
Yes — it is made from finer Corriedale and Perendale fleece, offering a softer feel than standard wool yarn while remaining strong and durable.
Can I weave with Triple Knit on a rigid heddle loom?
Yes — weavers regularly use Triple Knit at 5–7.5 DPI (20–30/10 reed). It is excellent for blankets, scarves, and cozy household textiles.
Is this yarn machine washable?
No — Triple Knit should be hand-washed and dried flat to protect fiber longevity.
What weight category is Triple Knit?
It is a Triple Knit / Worsted-leaning DK, thicker than DK, lighter than bulky — versatile for many patterns.
Ideal For
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Cozy winter sweaters and cardigans
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Hats, mittens, socks, scarves, and shawls
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Baby and toddler garments (gentle wool warmth)
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Rigid heddle & frame loom weaving (warp or weft depending on sett)
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Home projects such as throws, cushion covers, and bed textiles
