Previewing our new Seafarer Silk Blend, a brand new range launching with 24 shades in September 2025
The lure of the sea has always drawn Devonians—many a local has set sail from our shores in search of fame and fortune on the high seas. Seafarers throughout the ages have told of mysterious beasts and angry deities that have captured our imagination and lodged in our collective psyche. Our newest range pays homage to all those gazing into the waves and dreaming of adventure.
With Seafarer, we set out to create a yarn with superb depth of tone and shine, reminiscent of sunlight glistening on breaking waves. We’ve achieved this by blending trusty, durable Devonian wool with luxurious Silk, creating a range equally suited to ethereal accessories and hardwearing garments.
This preview consists of 2 neutral shades, the remainder of the range will be available in the Autumn.
| Meterage | 300 metres per 100g |
|---|---|
| Composition | 90% British Wool (Exmoor Blueface, Bluefaced Leicester, Devon Closewool and Romney) / 10% Silk |
Hand wash at low temperature with mild detergent
Composition: 90% British Wool (Exmoor Blueface, Bluefaced Leicester, Devon Closewool and Romney) / 10% Silk
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The Exmoor Blueface brings its wonderful springy nature to the blend, the Bluefaced Leicester lends its outstandingly soft handle, whilst a dash of rustic Devon Closewool keeps those pills away, and Romney gives a beautiful woolly halo. Adding a dash of Silk just enhances the blends sheen and fine drape, creating something truly unique. A luxurious blend with a hardworking, unpretentious air.
Seafarers of days gone by needed garments which would stand up to the elements and this blend does not disappoint. Anything you create will look opulent but also be tough enough to ensure long-lasting survival of your woollens – even socks! Like all our yarns, Seafarer is worsted spun at our mill –accentuating the blend’s handle, lustre and strength. We’ve enhanced these qualities further by spinning Seafarer as a four-fold yarn, strong enough for socks and that pops brilliantly with a dash of texture or lace.
Whilst naming the enchanting shades of Seafarer, we paid homage to monsters and gods of folktales and myths from across the globe.
