We are very excited here in space to unveil our newest line of yarns: ITO. ITO, meaning yarn or thread in Japanese, really takes the rich textile tradition in Japan and brings it into the 21st century. These special yarns are produced in the same distinctive Japanese style we all have grown to love. Whether you use them on their own or combined with other yarns, they will definitely add another layer of textual dimensionality to your projects to make them all your own. Despite all being quite lightweight, remember that they still work well held double or worked together if you’re interested in working with thicker yarns or trying to sub out for that perfect project. ITO has used some truly unique materials in these yarns (paper! stainless steel!) but has still managed to produce durable yarns that are still great for next-to-skin projects. We have brought in over a dozen colors of each base, so there’s surely a color that will strike your fancy. Check out the details for the three bases we currently have and the loads of pattern ideas below or share your plans for these fun yarns. We can’t wait to see what lovely garments and accessories you guys whip up!
ITO Kinu:
- Laceweight
- 464 yds/424 m per 50g cone
- 100% silk
- 17-28 stitches per 4” on a US 0-7 (2-4.5 mm) needle
- 13 colors
- $15
ITO Tetsu:
- Laceweight
- 269 yds/246 m per 15g cone
- 61% silk, 39% stainless steel
- Recommended needle size: US 6 (4 mm)
- 14 colors
- $13
ITO Washi:
- Fingering weight
- 273 yds/250 m
- 54% paper, 46% viscose (and yes, you can handwash it!)
- 28 stitches to 4” on a US 0-6 (2-4 mm) needle
- 10 colors
- $9.50
Pattern Ideas (mouse over each photo for suggested yarns):
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Bethesda Cowl by Sheila Toy Stromberg
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Gake by Kirsten Johnstone
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Hoku by Jana Huck
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LET Poncho by Charlotte Tøndering
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Marly Scarf by Jane Stanley
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Oritatami Vest by Onanoko
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Oshima Pullover by Olga Buraya-Kefelian
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Skyscraper Tubular Loop by Dagmara Berztiss
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Spyke by Jane Stanley
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Tannery Falls by Sara Delaney
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westbourne [Kinu love] by Isabell Kraemer
