SILKROAD ARAN, Jo Sharp

Last modified on
Mar 05, 2010

Jo Sharp Silkroad Aran,
made in Italy

Silkroad Aran is a plied, slightly stretchable because of tight twist, luxurious blend of wool, silk, and cashmere. This yarn it suitable for knitting fitted clothes: sweaters, coats, jackets, cardigans, men's knitwear and accessories are also suitable. Garments made of Silkroad are long-lasting, with a silky and luxurious appearance. * We would like to note that there can be slight pilling after first wash, please do not wring out a garment, gently press to remove excess water.

* Similar yarn: Silkroad Aran Tweed

√ Clearance
Yarn Code: JS03
FIBRE: 85% Wool, 10% Silk, 5% Cashmere
YARN WEIGHT: Aran
TENSION: 10x10cm (4"): 18 sts / 24 rows
NEEDLES: 5 mm (US No. 8)
LENGTH: approx. 85 m / 93 yards
BALL WEIGHT: 50 g
Shade Card | Knitted Sample | close view
Irene & Mr.Sheep Knitwear:
• Ribbed Scarf and Stretch Cable Vest in Opal [Pattern No. PB-IR048/108]
• Men's Silkroad Vest No. 1 [Pattern No. PB-IR051]
• Men's Silkroad Vest No. 2 [Pattern No. SB-IR051BT]
PATTERNS: Jo Sharp Knit No. 6 and Eclectic
Patterns for merino: Merino Magazine
Sample patterns for wool
MSRP: ~~$10.99~~
Sale Price: $7.29
In inventory: 107 Cardomom (20), 110 Opal (24), 112 Parchment (22), 135 Merlot (30)

Garment Care: gentle hand wash with woolwash "no rinse", gentle squeeze to avoid pilling, do not wring out. Dry flat in shade.

PATTERN for Ribbed Scarf and Stretch Cable Vest in Opal [ePattern No. PB-IR048/108, *.pdf ©imrsheep.com] is available with supporting yarn → Vest: 9 balls Silkroad Aran for Small size stretch: bust - 84-90 cm, back - 68 cm (with borders), shoulders - 14 cm; Scarf: 6 balls Silkroad Aran; needles: 4.25 mm. Price: CA$4.99. Not sold separately.

PATTERN for Men's Silkroad Vest No. 1 [ePattern No. PB-IR051, *.pdf ©imrsheep.com] is available with supporting yarn → 9 balls Silkroad Aran for Medium size: chest - 96-100 cm, back - 66 cm (with borders), shoulders - 14.5 cm; needles: 4.25 mm. Price: CA$4.99. Not sold separately.
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