Arranmore Light

I was in the store this morning packing boxes when Mr. UPS arrived with two boxes of Arranmore Light.

This is Bookish that we knit with Arranmore Light. You can purchase the pattern on Ravelry.

The Bookish Cardi is a statement layering sweater. It features some of my favorite stitches and techniques: twisted stitches, crochet bobbles, and buttonholes which makes for an addictive knit that you won’t be able to put down! The cropped length, front button closure, and easy drop shoulder style make this the ultimate layering piece to mix and match with your wardrobe.

We knit our sample 2” longer than the length that the pattern calls for. 

I tried to fix the chart before pasting it but it wouldn’t work and I was getting frustrated. The smallest size takes 3 skeins not 2.

This is the Cherry Bark Pullover (pattern purchased on Ravelry).

The delightfully textured Cherry Bark Sweater is a skillful revamp of its predecessor, the Cherry Bark Vest. With a panel in the front and an all-over pattern in the back, this crewneck, long-sleeved sweater offers the perfect combination of interest and comfort. 

Arranmore Light brings a luxurious feel to this pullover, with a tweedy blend of cashmere, silk, and Merino that offers beautiful drape and softness. The front and back are knit flat from the bottom up and then seamed before picking up stitches for the sleeves. The pattern also includes an option to knit the neckband seamed or seamlessly. Choose your favorite color, and get your needles ready for a rhythmic and relaxing knit with just enough variety to keep things interesting.

This is North Row - pattern purchased on Ravelry.

North Row is a garment that flows from the deep cowl neck, all the way to the hem. This sweater is designed with a fair amount of positive ease to add to the garment’s casual elegance. North Row is a versatile, feminine piece that deserves a favourite skirt as much as a good pair of jeans. A key piece for your wardrobe that is worked in the round for the cowl while adding the structure of seaming for the sweater body. North Row can be worked up in a bright colourway to make a statement piece or a softer neutral to layer over anything in your closet. Choose the shade to make the most of your new favourite sweater. This relaxed sweater is designed to be worn with 20-25 cm (8-10 in) positive ease at the full bust.

Dash Falls - pattern purchased on Ravelry.

Wrap up against any stormy weather ahead with this sweep of a cardigan. Long lines combine with soft flowing cables along the front bands, drawing the eye down. Worked in pieces from the bottom up, this seamed garment offers the interest of more textured sections with the soothing safety of stockinette for the main body. Longer in length, this open front a-line cardigan can be worn as a sweater coat in milder weather or offer the ultimate layer in colder times when its comforting texture is needed. This garment was designed to be worn with 2.5-10 cm (1-4 in) positive ease at the bust.

Here is a link to more patterns on Ravelry.

This is the Churchmouse Library Vest (pattern purchased on Ravelry) that we knit with Arranmore Light along with one of my Inclination Cowls knit with Dyed in the Wool Rosy Maple and Salty Dog.

Stephen West’s Dustland Shawl is another store sample knit with 3 skeins of Arranmore Light.

Inspired by the breath-taking scenery of Ireland, Arranmore Light yarn is spun in a mill that traces its roots to the homespun tweed industry of 19th century County Donegal. This DK-weight yarn blends cashmere and silk with fine Merino wool to create an authentic tweed yarn in a color palette reminiscent of the wild Irish coastlands for makers who appreciate the best of luxury and tradition.

I love Arranmore Light and it gets rave reviews from customers. If you’re thinking about knitting a pattern that calls for DK weight yarn I would suggest looking at Arranmore Light.