5ply Shetland is our newest yarn range, introduced in 2023. A worsted spun, plied Sport Weight yarn made from 100% Real Shetland Wool, it’s perfect for Gansey knitting, Fair Isle garments, and traditional accessories. The structure and handle make it ideal for creating crisp, long-wearing fabrics with beautiful stitch definition.

The colour palette is inspired by Shetland’s dramatic landscape and rich maritime heritage. The range includes 20 shades in total – 13 dyed on a White base, and 7 'Twilight' shades created by overdyeing the same colours on a Natural Grey base, giving a deeper, more muted tone.

Yarn Details

100% Real Shetland Wool
Sport / 5ply weight
50g ball – approx. 115m / 125yds
250g cone – approx. 575m / 625yds
Suggested needle size: 3mm
Handwash, dry flat

Tension / Gauge

26 sts x 34 rows = 10cm (4in) on 3mm needles in stocking stitch
26 sts x 32 rows = 10cm (4in) on 3mm needles in Fair Isle

Shade Accuracy

While every effort has been made to represent shades as accurately as possible, differences in screens and lighting can affect how the yarn appears. We strongly recommend ordering a Shade Card, which includes a physical sample of each colour.

Jamieson & Smith - 5ply Shetland