Since Wednesday’s post I’ve continued working with the gorgeous Manos Del Uruguay hand dyed rovings in the “wildflower” colourway on the spinning wheel, and I’m reeeally hoping I can magically transform them into a winter sweater. There’s just one teeny weeny problem though, and that is… *drumroll please*…2 PLY OR NOT 2PLY???
So this is what I have so far. Both spun with the same fibre, but 2 ply on the left and single ply on the right.
I love how the single ply brings out the beautiful self-striping, subtle effect I want to work with. This yarn is a bit wobbly and fluffy in places but generally pretty strong. The 2 ply is a stronger, more resilient yarn and I LOVE it, but for a sweater? Hmm, not sure about that one.
What do you reckon? 2 ply or not 2 ply?
Happy Knitting!
Rosie
Lovely colors! I like the single ply better, but that may be due to the visible colors. Happy knitting to you!
Thanks! Yes, I think its the way to go. I’ve also been experimenting with another colourway creating a thinner single which I might even like better…hmm decisions decisions :)
Not 2 ply. The single ply is so pretty!! The 2 ply I could see on a scarf, or pillowcase but the single ply would look prettay in a sweater! :D
Yes, I think you’re right there! Just a bit wary of how strong it would be, washing well etc…guess there’s only 1 way to find out!
Yeah, I think I’m going for it. The only issue now is I’ve used up too much experimenting!