Isager Highland

A rustic, woolen-spun beauty with a rich, multi-tonal soul. Isager Highland is a fingering-weight wool sourced from Peru, known for its distinctive character and "crisp" feel. This is a yarn for those who love the look of traditional heritage knitting—it is matte, sturdy, and features a subtle heathered depth that makes every colorway look like an artist's palette.

Yarn Details

• Weight: Fingering
• Fiber Content: 100% Wool
• Yardage: 301 yards / 275 meters
• Skein Weight: 50 grams
• Gauge: 6.5 sts = 1 inch (single strand on US 2.5)
• Needle Size: US 1.5-4 (2.5-3.5 mm)
• Care: Hand wash cold; lay flat to dry

Why You'll Love It

• Traditional Texture: The woolen-spun construction creates a light, lofty yarn with a "toothy" grip that is perfect for colorwork and lace.
• Heathered Depth: The colors are not flat; they are blended from multiple shades of fiber to create a rich, sophisticated appearance.
• Exceptional Memory: 100% wool ensures your sweaters and cardigans will hold their shape and resist sagging over years of wear.
• The Artisan’s Choice: Often held together with Alpaca 1 or Silk Mohair to add softness while maintaining the yarn's incredible structure.

Pattern Ideas

Highland is a favorite for structured, classic knitwear:

• Carmel Sweater by Helga Isager
• Tokyo Shawl by Marianne Isager
• Terrazzo Sweater by PetiteKnit (Held with Silk Mohair)

The Details: Character in Every Stitch

Isager Highland is the quintessential "honest" wool. It feels like real sheep’s wool—strong, durable, and full of life. While it has more of a "bite" than alpaca blends, it softens beautifully with its first soak and becomes more comfortable with every wear. It is the gold standard for stranded colorwork because the slightly "sticky" fibers lock together to create a smooth, even surface. If you are planning a garment meant to last a lifetime, Highland is the foundation you’ve been looking for.

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