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The return of sweater weather means knitting the way it’s meant to be—with soft, luscious yarns that tip the luxury scales. Visit the websites listed for information about stockists and pricing.
Umiña (shown in 10016 Purple Sage), MIRASOL: Pair 50% alpaca and 50% wool and what do you get? The clean construction of this Peruvian Highland Yarn in 16 earthy shades. 247yds/100g. www.knittingfever.com/brand/mirasol
Adelaide (shown in 3656 Lavender), CLASSIC ELITE YARNS: An almost geometrical twist is this 100% pure merino’s standout feature. The muted hues are perfect for fall sweaters. 123yds/50g. www.classiceliteyarns.com
Bottom right: Stargazer (shown in 12 Luna), JUNIPER MOON FARM: The 12 lustrous colors of this soft baby llama and silk blend would be perfectly at home in a cuddly blanket or shawl. 218yds/100g. www.knittingfever.com/brand/juniper-moon-farm
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Bottom left: Stratus (shown in 110 Purple Rain), JUNIPER MOON FARM: Lofty merino wool, extrafine yak and baby alpaca are woven into a chainette with ultra-desirable depth and structure; nylon gives it extra strength and elasticity. 142yds/50g.www.knittingfever.com/brand/juniper-moon-farm
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Peeeps (shown in P05 Blue Floss), JADE SAPPHIRE EXOTIC FIBRES: Combining sweet pastels with buttery softness, this cloudlike 60% merino, 40% cashmere yarn must be petted to be believed. 164yds/50g. www.jadesapphire.com
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Angel Kisses (shown in Silver Gray), SHENANDOAH FIBER: Born, bred and spun in the USA, this 100% alpaca yarn is the epitome of multistranded goodness. 250yds/100g. www.shenandoahfiber.com
Arequipa Aventura (shown in 003 Dark Grey), PLYMOUTH YARN CO.: Nubby is the word for this Peruvian alpaca/merino bouclé, in five natural colors that would be perfectly at home on an alpaca. 65yds/100g. www.plymouthyarn.com
Bottom left: Oxley (shown in 04 Silver), QUEENSLAND COLLECTION: A gorgeous mix of yak and merino, this sleek yarn has deceptive strength. 328yds/100g. www.knittingfever.com/brand/queensland-collection
Bottom right: Southampton (shown in 014 Natural), VALLEY YARNS: This mohair/silk blend, featuring 24 haloed shades, is your fall go-to yarn for lacework. 230yds/25g. www.yarn.com
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Top left: Strata (shown in 201470), STRING: What’s better than 250 grams of lovely cashmere? That very same cashmere with a self-striping ombré effect. 625yds/250g. www.stringyarns.com/products/string-strata
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Top right: Glacier (shown in 02), TAHKI YARNS/TAHKI•STACY CHARLES: 100% Italian superfine alpaca blurs the edges of this yarn, which is brushed and spun to create a soft, thick nimbus around the core strand. 35yds/50g. www.tahkistacycharles.com
Lujoso (shown in 03 Cappucino), ARAUCANIA: Strands of baby alpaca, extrafine merino and mulberry silk form a loose, supple twist with a hint of glossy finish. 164yds/100g. www.knittingfever.com/brand/araucania
Big Squeeze (shown in 8170 Eiffel Tower), ANCIENT ARTS FIBRE CRAFTS: Almost a tweedy tie-dye, this bulky superwash fine merino will keep you guessing with unique and unexpected variegations. 127yds/100g. www.ancientartsfibre.com
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Angel Kisses (shown in Beige), SHENANDOAH FIBER: Every skein of Angel Kisses can be traced to the herd of Huacaya alpacas living in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. 250yds/100g. www.shenandoahfiber.com
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Woolstock Worsted (shown in 1320 Spring Ice), BLUE SKY FIBERS: Can a luxury yarn also be the basic you always reach for? When it comes to this Peruvian Highland wool, with its rich colors and stellar stitch definition, the answer is a resounding yes. 123yds/50g. www.blueskyfibers.com
Shepherd Worsted (shown in 816 Cozuma), LORNA’S LACES: Calling all color junkies! Hand-dyed 100% superwash merino wool delivers a rainbow in every skein. 225yds/113g. www.lornaslaces.net
Organic Cotton Worsted (shown in 646 Buttermint), BLUE SKY FIBERS: Feel free to wrap your little ones in the sweetly bright palette of cushiony twisted cotton, which is also 100% certified organic. 150yds/100g. www.blueskyfibers.com
Bottom left: Lanolin Wool (shown in 1411), DALE GARN: The sophisticated colors of pure Italian wool will speak to your fashionable side, while the lanolin that helps it retain its thermal properties will appeal to your practical nature. 109yds/50g. www.dalegarnnorthamerica.com
Bottom right: Eclectic (shown in Oceans), BE SWEET: Prepare to be delighted as one fiber and color scheme of this witty mohair/wool concoction gives way to another—all complementary, of course. 130yds/50g. www.besweetproducts.com/product/eclectic
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Cotton Pure (shown in 5700 Rose Bark), PURL SOHO: More than 40 colors of 100% unmercerized Pima cotton are the natural choice for everything from baby clothes and soft blankets to super-absorbent hand towels. 262yds/100g. www.purlsoho.com
Linen Quill (shown in 3003L Salt + Pepper), PURL SOHO: This fingeringweight blend of wool, alpaca and linen shines in earth tones, calling to mind the Andean Highlands. 439yds/100g. www.purlsoho.com
Cashmere Merino Bloom (shown in Honey Pink), PURL SOHO: If you’re looking to give everyday knits that touch of luxury, you can’t go wrong with this sumptuous 25% cashmere/75% merino blend. 218yds/100g. www.purlsoho.com
Bottom right: Flax Down (shown in 1620 Lavender Opal), PURL SOHO: Baby alpaca, extrafine merino and undyed linen blend together for a yarn of incredible softness. Try it in stripes or Fair Isle to make the most of the tweedy haze. 219yds/100g. www.purlsoho.com
Bottom left: Spun Silk (shown in 7020 Peony Pink), PURL SOHO: Some yarns you save for special projects, and this is one of them. This pearlescent 100% silk yarn has a lush, luminous, lightly spun finish that feels like heaven in your hands. 202yds/50g. www.purlsoho.com
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Big Bang (shown in 5405), MANGO MOON: Shifting between thick and thin as it alternates its wonderful colors, this fun and fuzzy superwash merino makes short work of quick knits. 82yds/100g. www.mangomoonyarns.com
Denali (shown in 28 Amber), IMPERIAL YARN: Stitch definition, elasticity and drape set this American-sourced and -produced wool/alpaca blend apart from the rest. 190yds/50g. www.imperialyarn.com Misty Wool (shown in 10), ELSEBETH LAVOLD: The rustic saturated colors of this wool/hemp blend would be perfectly at home in a warm yet lightweight sweater. 230yds/100g. www.knittingfever.com/brand/elsebeth-lavold Lace Weight (shown in Scarlet), JUNE CASHMERE: This soft, springy yarn is an international production, as Kyrgyz cashmere yarn is spun in England and finished in Maine, resulting in a delicate skein of pure bliss. 308yds/50g. www.junecashmere.com Below: Pitturissimo (shown in 202 Virginia), LOUISA HARDING: Variegated colors and undyed fibers are spun loosely in wool and viscose, making for a smooth yarn with lots of colorful surprises. 164yds/100g. www.knittingfever.com/brand/louisa-harding
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Four Layer Cake (shown in Mixed Cake of Frosting, Sweets and Sprinkles), DELICIOUS YARNS: Have your cake and knit it too. Treat your knitting tastebuds to a superwash merino that goes through mouthwatering color transformations and is served in an adorable take-out box. 900yds/195gm. www.deliciousyarns.com
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Huenique (shown in 11 Iridescent Sky), ELLA RAE: A candy-colored blend of wool and acrylic will add a whimsical touch to your knits with brilliant bursts of color. 175yds/100g. www.knittingfever.com/brand/ella-rae
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Ombre (shown in Krypton), FREIA FINE HANDPAINTS: The yarn that started one of today’s biggest trends, this hand-dyed ombré creates self-stripes through subtle color progressions. www.freiafibers.com
Transitions (shown in #6), TRENDSETTER YARNS: With gorgeous transitional colorways, a fabulous shawl pattern and a handy box to keep your yarn in place, there’s no denying the thought and care that go into each 52% cotton/48% acrylic skein. 660yds/150g. www.trendsetteryarns.com
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Top row, left: Chill (shown in 1008 Plum Forest), SUGAR BUSH YARNS: With this bulky extrafine merino on your needles, time will fly, so stock up on cold-weather accessories in 24 shades that will banish wintry gloom. 52yds/100g. www.sugarbushyarns.com
Top row, right: Canoe (shown in 7010 Purple Rain), SUGAR BUSH YARNS: This lofty, tweedy wool/alpaca chainette will have you peeking to see what’s inside. The sweaters you’ll knit with it are sure to draw a crowd. 95yds/50g. www.sugarbushyarns.com
Middle row, left: Crisp (shown in 2031 Purple Prairie), SUGAR BUSH YARNS: Lightweight projects will clamor for this stretchy extrafine superwash merino yarn with stitch definition to die for. The only hard part will be choosing among the 32 cheery colors. 95yds/50g. www.sugarbushyarns.com
Middle row, right: Itty-Bitty (shown in 5020 Denim Lace), SUGAR BUSH YARNS: Fine superwash merino, nylon and cashmere are all wrapped up in a squeezable skein. With both solid and variegated options, the wardrobe possibilities are endless. 153yds/50g. www.sugarbushyarns.com
Bottom: Bliss (shown in 4028 Orchid Glow), SUGAR BUSH YARNS: Shawls, cowls and scarves will be difficult to take off once you’ve cast on with this soft and supple blend of superwash merino, mulberry silk and cashmere. 105yds/50g. ww.sugarbushyarns.comh