With the new Friends collection, you can match colors across different yarn types.
Give a warm welcome to the new Friends range! ๐
This new collection of yarns offers a versatile selection of high-quality yarns. All Friends yarns come in a wide range of colors, so whether you swear by natural shades, pastels, or bright colors, youโll be able to find your personal favorites in the Friends range.
And it gets even better!ย Because the Friends yarns share the same colors too. This means that you can now knit or crochet a project that uses different yarn types that have the same color. You simply pick the same color in both yarns. That's incredible news if you ask me!
You may have figured out by now why this new collection is called Friends - these yarns, quite simply, are best friends!ย
In this new range, you will find, among other things, a soft merino yarn, a warm wool yarn, and a fluffy yarn with kid silk. Read more about the new yarns in this blog post.
๐Mix and match the new Friends yarns to achieve stunning, solid color looks.
Friends Cotton 8/4
Let me start by introducing you toย Friends Cotton 8/4, which is spun with 4 strands of cotton and comes in a wide range of more than 100 colors.
Cotton has many great qualities. The material is soft, light, durable, and breathable, which makes Friends Cotton 8/4 the perfect yarn for all kinds of projects ranging from clothes and interiors to blankets, stuffed animals, and amigurumi.
Looking for a project?ย How about crocheting a cute amigurumi?ย Find your next Friends Cotton 8/4 pattern here >>
Tip!ย Ourย Friends Cotton 8/6ย andย Friends Cotton 8/8ย are out now too!ย ๐
Everything you need to know about Friends Cotton 8/4
Material:ย 100% cotton. OEKO-TEX certified.
Weight:ย 50 g / 1.75 oz
Length:ย 160 m / 175 yds
Recommended needles:ย 2,5 - 3 mm / US 1.5-2.5 (C)
Gauge:ย 10 x 10 cm / 4โ x 4โ = 26 sts x 36 rows.
Care instructions:ย Machine wash 40ยฐC (104ยฐF). Do not tumble dry. Dry flat.
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๐The Friends yarns are dyed using the same color, but there might be slight variations in color from yarn type to yarn type. This is due to the materials absorbing the colors differently during the dyeing process. However, the subtle differences in color are so slight that you can combine Friends yarns that share the same color code and still get a beautiful, uniform look.
Friends Wool
Friends Woolย is a true classic that will quickly become a favorite when itโs time to knit or crochet warm projects. Itโs spun with 4 strands made of 100% wool. Wool is a warm, breathable, elastic, and strong material, making this yarn the perfect fit for a wide range of projects like sweaters, cardigans, and blankets.
The yarn is not superwash treated, which means that you can felt it. Perfect if you plan on making a pair of felted slippers that will keep your feet nice and toasty all winter.
Want a sweater as your next project?ย Explore our patterns here >>ย
Everything you need to know about Friends Wool
Material:ย 100% wool. OEKO-TEX certified.
Weight:ย 50 g / 1.75 oz
Length:ย 100 m / 109 yds
Recommended needles:ย 4 - 4,5 mm / US 6.7 (G)
Gauge:ย 10 x 10 / 4โ x 4โ cm = 18 sts x 24 rows
Care instructions:ย Wash by hand at a maximum of 30ยฐC (86ยฐF) / Dry flat / Do not tumble dry.
Friends Extra Fine Merino
You can never have to much soft yarn, right? If you agree, then Iโm sure youโre going to loveย Friends Extra Fine Merino, which is a wonderful and silky-soft yarn made of 100% merino wool.
Merino wool helps you regulate your temperature and doesnโt itch. These qualities make it perfect for clothing for small children and adults with sensitive skin.
Stay warm all winter withย this crocheted winter set consisting of a headband and a cowlย orย this cute bandana. If you want a fluffy look, you can combine Friends Extra Fine Merino with Friends Kid Silk.
Friends Extra Fine Merino is superwash treated, making your projects machine washable at 30ยฐC / 86ยฐF.
Everything you need to know about Friends Extra Fine Merino
Material:ย 100% Wool.
Weight:ย 50 g / 1.75 oz
Length:ย 165 m / 180 yds
Recommended needles:ย 3 - 3,5 mm / US 2.5-4 (D-E)
Gauge: 10 x 10 cm / 4โ x 4โ = 24 sts x 30 rows.
Care instructions:ย Machine washable at 30ยฐC (86ยฐF) / Dry flat / Do not tumble dry.
Buy Friends Extra Fine Merino here >>
๐ย Try matching Friends Extra Fine Merino with Friends Kid Silk. It really is a match made in heaven! Soooooo soft and fluffy!
Friends Kid Silk
Friends Kid Silkย is a luxurious yarn made of mohair, silk, and a little bit of wool. The soft kid mohair fibers come from young angora goats, and itโs the finest mohair quality in the world.
Use Friends Kid Silk on its own in stranded knitting, or team it up with another yarn for light, shiny, and fluffy results. But I must warn you! Youโll get addicted to the softness of this yarn and will want to use it in all your future projects ๐ย
Psst!ย Use multiple strands of Friends Kid Silk and knitย this Lina sweater.
Everything you need to know about Friends Kid Silk
Material:ย 72% Mohair, 25% Silk, 3% Wool.
Weight:ย 25 g / 0.9 oz
Length:ย 200 g / 218 yds
Recommended needles:ย 4 - 4,5 mm / US 6-7 (G)
Gauge:ย 10 x 10 cm / 4โ x 4โ = 22 sts x 28 rows
Care instructions:ย Wash by hand at a maximum of 30ยฐC (86ยฐF) / Dry flat / Do not tumble dry.
Which Friends yarn is your favorite?ย
Now Iโm curious โฆ Which Friends yarn MUST you try in your next knitting or crochet project?
Personally, I look forward to crocheting cute amigurumi with Friends Cotton 8/4, a blanket with Friends Wool, and lots of incredible sweaters, vests, and slipovers with a combination of Friends Extra Fine Merino and Friends Kid Silk.
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Happy yarn greetingsย ๐
