We now stock a truly classic laceweight yarn: Jamieson’s of Shetland Ultra! It is Jamieson’s only blended yarn, made with 50% Shetland and 50% Lambswool. The Lambswool makes the yarn very soft against the skin, so it’s a wonderful option for garments, shawls and baby gifts that will last a lifetime. The blend creates both a lofty, airy structure that is also strong and holds its shape–perfect for your next Shetland lace project. The colors range from natural neutrals to deeply dyed colors, perfect for adding pops of color to your project or making a brightly hued shawl for cooler spring days!

This yarn comes from a special mill. Jamieson’s is a family-owned business that has specializing in wool from native Shetland sheep for five generations. The family is dedicated to the survival of this unique fibre, known for its strength and texture. The business began in the early 1890s in Sandness, on the far west coast of the Shetland Isles. The company is dedicated to maintaining heritage wool production and traditional Shetland handknits.

Come try Jamieson’s of Shetland Ultra during our April Yarn Tasting (registration opening soon), or book a space in the Shetland Lace workshop with Gudrun Johnston on Friday, April 11, 2025. She is a Shetland-born knitwear designer known for accessible modern-day patterns that are greatly inspired by her heritage. We are so excited to have her here to help launch this incredible yarn at fibre space!

Yarn Details

• 212 yards per 25 grams
• 50% Shetland Wool, 50% Lambswool
• Laceweight: 25 stitches and 30 rows = 4” x 4” on US#3 needles
• $11 and available in-store only

Pattern Picks

Snaraness

Finished Measurements

Wingspan: approximately 27.75”

Depth: 14”

Yarn

1 skein of Jamieson’s of Shetland Ultra, or 185 yards of laceweight yarn

Needles and Notions

• US#6 circular needle, 24” length or size needed to obtain gauge after blocking
• Stitch markers to separate out lace repeats (optional)
• 1 locking stitch marker to mark odd numbered rows (optional)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge

17 stitches and 33 rows = 4” x 4” over Lace Pattern on US#6 needles, after blocking

Simmer Dim Top

Sizes

31 (33 ¾, 36 ½, 40, 43, 46 ¼, 49 ¾, 53 ¼, 56 ½, 60)”

Suggested ease is 0-2” of positive ease

Needles and Notions

• US#3 32” or 40” circular needle (for hem working in the round)
• US#3 16” circular needle (optional; shorter needle to work armhole bind off)
• US#4 32” or 40” circular needle (for body working in the round)
• US#4 16” circular needle (optional; shorter needle for working textured bib section flat and straps)
• Always use a needle size that will result in the correct gauge after blocking.
• 9 stitch markers (1 unique for BOR)
• Scrap yarn or stitch holder for holding stitches
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Yarn

3 (4, 4, 4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6) skeins of Jamieson’s of Shetland Ultra, or 630 (705, 765, 840, 900, 965, 1040, 1115, 1180, 1255) yards laceweight yarn

Gauge

28 stitches and 38 rounds = 4” x 4” in Stockinette Stitch on US#4 needles after blocking

32 stitches and 40 rows = 4” x 4” in Twisted Stitch Pattern on US#4 needles after blocking

Point Judith Pullover

Finished Measurements

Bust: 35 (38, 42, 46, 50 1/2, 54, 58, 62)”

Length: 21 (21½, 22, 22, 23, 23½, 24, 24)” (down center back)

Shown in size 38” with approximately 2” of ease.

Yarn

MC: 900 (1000, 1100, 1300, 1400, 1550, 1700, 1800) yards of laceweight yarn

C1: 120 (130, 140, 150, 160, 160, 170, 180) yards of laceweight yarn

C2: 100 (110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170) yards of laceweight yarn

C2: 100 (110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 160, 170) yards of laceweight yarn

Needles and Notions

• US#3 16” circular needles, or size to obtain gauge
• US#3 29” circular needles, or size to obtain gauge
• US#3 double pointed needles, or size to obtain gauge
• US#5 16” circular needles, or size to obtain gauge
• US#5 29” circular needles, or size to obtain gauge
• US#5 double pointed needles, or size to obtain gauge
• 1 stitch marker
• Waste yarn to hold sleeve stitches

Gauge

24 stitches and 32 rows = 4″ x 4” in Stockinette Stitch on larger needles

Cappahayden

Sizes

1(2,3,4)(5,6,7)

Final Measurements

34. Hem circumference: 34.5(39.25,43.25,47.25) (51.5,56.5,62)“
35. Depth Shoulder to Front Hem: 20.5(20.5,20.5,21.75)(22.75,24,25.25)“
36. Wingspan: 37.5(37.5,37.5,37.5)(39,40.5,42.25)“
37. Cuff circumference: 13(14.75,16,18)(19.75,21.25,23)“

Intended to be worn with around 3” to 6” positive ease at hem

Yarn

MC: 930(985,1040,1095)(1175,1250,1340) yards of laceweight yarn

CC1: 175(175,175,180)(185,195,200) yards of laceweight yarn

CC2: 100(100,100,100)(105,105,110) yards of laceweight yarn

CC3:135(135,135,140)(145,145,150) yards of laceweight yarn

CC4: 160(160,160,165)(170,170,175) yards of laceweight yarn

Gauge

Fair Isle: 37 stitches and 37 rows = 4” x 4” using size A needles

Lace: 19 stitches and 40 rows  = 4” x 4”  using size B needles

Needles and Notions

• Size A: US#1.5 needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
• Size B: US#2 needles, or size needed to obtain gauge
• Stitch markers
• Spare size A needle for joining patchwork squares
• Spare needles or scrap yarn for holding stitches

Deepdale

Finished Measurements

52.5” wide and 21.4” deep. There is a fair amount of give when it comes to blocking the shawl.

Yarn

MC: 340 yards of laceweight yarn

CC1: 115 yards of laceweight yarn

CC2: 100 yards of laceweight yarn

CC3: 100 yards of laceweight yarn

Needles and Notions

• US#6 16” circular needles
• US#6 24” circular needles
• US#6 32” circular needles
• US#6 40” circular needles
• US#7 40” circular needles
• Scrap yarn
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends
• Stitch markers (optional)

Gauge

20 stitches and 40 rows = 4” x 4” in Garter Stitch on US#6 needles. Note: This gauge is after an aggressive blocking.

Mosaic Shawl

Finished Measurements

51” wingspan and 22” deep at center

Yarn

• MC: 3 skeins Jamieson’s of Shetland Ultra, or 635 yards of laceweight yarn
• CC: 2 skeins Ultra Jamieson’s of Shetland Ultra, or 420 yards of laceweight yarn

Needles

• US#4 needles

Gauge

20 stitches and 40 rows = 4 inches in garter stitch and Mosaic Pattern

Cockleshell Scarf

Finished Measurements

Approximately 9” wide and 65” long.

Yarn

• MC: 438 yards laceweight yarn
• CC1: 219 yards laceweight yarn
• CC2: 219 yards laceweight yarn
• CC3: 219 yards laceweight yarn

Needles and Notions

• US#2½ needles
• Spare US#2.5 needle to hold one half while the other is worked
• Tapestry needle

Gauge

The scarf is 3 cockles wide and 32 cockles long, measuring approximately 9” wide and 65” long.