Tour De Fleece Special – Burton

Epic highs, massive challenges, team spirit with a dash of competition… The Tour de Fleece has more than a few things in common with it’s cycling namesake, and this year, we’re here for the ride! If you’ve never taken part in the Tour de Fleece before, it’s a splendid online spinning event, that follows alongside the Tour de France. As the organisers of this fibre-filled adventure say, there are only three rules in the Tour de Fleece, 1 – Challenge Yourself. 2 – Spin. 3 – Have fun! If only every sporting event could involve the fibre arts, eh?! Tour de Fleece is kicking off July 5th, and if you want to find out more, here’s the link to the Ravelry page, and there you’ll find the info you need to take part – no lycra involved!

If you are keen to get in the saddle and spin along with those spandex-clad athletes, then we have created three special tops, all inspired by legends of British Cycling. Here we have ‘Burton’, a stunning lavender that combines hints of lilac, aqua, purples and pinks to make this delicious pastel shade.

Merino, and Bluefaced Leicester combine to make a delightfully soft and smooth blend, but with a hint of Jacob, we not only see a flash of natural fibre, but gives us character and bounce that will spin up wonderfully.

Composition: 53% Merino / 32% Bluefaced Leicester / 15% Jacob