Sandnes Peer Gynt Yarn : Red 4228

A proper red for a proper knitting project ❤️ Red 4228 is a wonderfully rich, classic red from the Sandnes Peer Gynt range - the sort of colour that makes you want to cast on immediately. It's bold enough to make a statement but beautifully straightforward to knit with, whether you're planning a full red jumper or using it for stripes, colourwork or little pops of contrast.

Peer Gynt is made from 100% Norwegian wool, giving it plenty of warmth, resilience and lovely natural bounce. It's also known for its excellent stitch definition, so cables, texture and colourwork really get their moment in the spotlight. We particularly like Peer Gynt for proper everyday garments because the wool is hardwearing, holds its shape well and develops a softer feel with wear.

It's a yarn you can knit into something you expect to wear for years, rather than something that looks beautiful for five minutes and then retires to the back of the wardrobe. Use Red 4228 for cosy jumpers, cardigans, hats, mittens and accessories, or pair it with neutrals for a classic Scandinavian look. It would also make a cracking colour for a striped jumper - especially if you're feeling brave enough to put the kettle on and start planning the whole thing before you've even finished your swatch.

A classic wool yarn with plenty of personality We love Peer Gynt because it manages to be both dependable and interesting. The yarn has a lovely structure that gives even stitches and crisp definition, making it a particularly good choice for textured knitting, cables and traditional colourwork as well as simpler everyday projects.

Yarn details: 100% Norwegian wool; 50g ball; approximately 91m per ball; recommended needle size 3.5-4mm; tension 22 stitches = 10cm; wash separately on a wool programme and dry flat. Whether you're knitting your first proper garment or you're already three jumpers ahead of yourself, Sandnes Peer Gynt is a reliable, characterful wool that's a joy to have on your needles. And this particular red? Well, sometimes a project simply needs a bit of red. ❤️ 

Yarn Details

• 100% Norwegian Wool
• 50g ball
• 91 metres per ball
• Recommended needle size: 3.5 - 4mm
• Tension: 22 stitches x 30 rows = 10 x 10cm
• Hand wash recommended and dry flat