Knitting Yarns
Our carefully curated range of knitting yarns gives you all of the choices you are looking for and much more. With hundreds of yarns from the finest brands to choose from, you are able to fashion whatever your imagination can conjure. Why not embrace colour or explore new fibres? From super chunky yarn to Aran and from cashmere to alpaca, you have exciting possibilities at your fingertips.
The finest knitting yarn brands
Perhaps you have a favourite brand that you can rely on or maybe you are looking to explore new options. Either way, the amazing choices from Rowan, Sirdar, West Yorkshire Spinners, Sublime, Snuggly and more are guaranteed to inspire you.
Knitting yarns for every project
It’s always nice to discover the perfect yarn for your project. Whether you are fashioning knitwear to reflect the latest trends or are crafting gifts for the grandkids, you will find the right yarn here at Karelia House. There’s a rainbow of colours to work with together with incredible textures. Wonderful worsteds and a plethora of double knitting yarns will vie for your attention and inspire new ideas.
Knitting yarn fibres
We all refer to yarns as wool, but of course many yarns aren’t wool at all! We do have wonderful natural wools for you to choose from but also mohair, cashmere, cotton, polyester and acrylic yarns. Your needles will be very busy indeed when you treat yourself to gorgeous mohair and silk blends for the lightest scarfs or soft and gentle yarns designed to caress babies’ skin.
Chasing the rainbow
Colour excites, inspires and enables us to shine. It’s the primary reason why we are attracted to the clothing and accessories that we choose. Our knitting yarn range features amazing shades and colourful effects to work with. Choose from perfect pinks, beautiful blues, ravishing reds or subtler tones and experiment with self-striping, ombre, marled and heathered yarns.
Personal taste and your project
Your choice of yarn will be partly project-dependant and partly a matter of personal taste. Our extensive and diverse range ensures that you will find the right knitting yarns for every piece. Whether you are crafting a colourful showstopper or something more practical that’s machine washable, you will never exhaust the possibilities of our knitting yarns.
Pony Row Counter (Small) £1.50
1 in stock
This Pony Row Counter will keep track of your rows and stitches - just slip it on to your knitting needle and remember to turn the dial after each row.
Rico Creative Silky Touch DK ~ Vegan ~ 100g Ball £5.25
In stock
Rico Creative Silky Touch DK Colour :- Rico Creative Sily Touch is a beautiful Glossy & Soft yarn of 100% premium Micro Acrylic fibres. It is so soft & silfy and feels so lovely next to your skin. Silky touch is VEGAN and free from any Animal fibres which is a perfect alternative for people with allergies to wool. This Yarn is perfect for making those beautiful summer eyelet tops of to crcochet a…
Rowan Pure Cashmere 50g Ball 
£38.85
£35.00 57 in stock
Rowan Pure Cashmere Gorgeous and exquisit soft yarn is made up of gently-plied purest cashmere for a strokable feel and excellent definition in lace or cables. D elicate flecks of colour bring subtle depth to each shade, adding an extra dimension to your knitting. Pure Cashmere comes in a range of colours and has a generous 137m per 50g skein. So soft to wear accessories or garments. 100% Cashmere…
Rowan Kidsilk Haze Colour £21.15
58 in stock
Kidsilk Haze Colour - the new 22 spring/summer launch from Rowan Kidsilk Haze Colour is an exquisite yarn with a blend of kid mohair and soft silk and is as light as air. The palette of stunning shades gently blends through washes of colour creating a stunning watercolour-like effect. A generous 420m on a 50g ball means this yarn will go a long way and is ideal for accessories. The varying shades…
Jamieson & Smith ~ 2ply Jumper Weight 25g Ball 
£3.60
In stock
Jamieson & Smith 2PLY JUMPER WEIGHT Our Jumper weight yarns are 100% Shetland wool and are traditionally used in the knitting of Fair Isle garments. Available in the full pallette of beautiful shades originally designed by Jamieson and Smith, this yarn is our flagship yarn, and cannot be imitated in terms of depth of colour and spinning quality - although many have tried! 2ply refers to the plys…
WYS ~ Future Dreams Yarn ~ Colourlab DK 100g Ball 
£6.95
48 in stock
WYS ~ Future Dreams Yarn ~ 100g Ball ~ 100% British Wool For every Ball sold West Yorkshire Spinners are donating £1 to Future Dreams Charity Make a flower, either crochet or knit and be apart of the Breats cancer awareness. Knit a flower to be part of our Breast Cancer Awareness Month installation using our Future Dreams wool following our simple pattern. Share a personal experience or dedicate y…
Rowan Sock Yarn 100g Ball £13.75
55 in stock
Rowan Sock Yarn Rowan sock yarn is a delightful blend of polymide and wool, making this yarn durable and not comprimising on your style. Gorgeous pallet of colour changing shades which move gently through washes of colour, plus solid shades. 100g Ball / Approx 400m Needles 2.5mm 75% Wool / 25% Polymide Machine on a gentle cool wash Do not tumble dry Dry Flat in the shade Iron on a very low heat if…
WYS ColourLab Aran £3.50 - £6.95
In stock
ColourLab Aran Wool is wonderful. It is the world's oldest renewable fibre, one of our greatest natural resources and full of natural benefits. Working in partnership with British Wool, we are always assured of responsibly sourced fleece, from the field to our Yorkshire mill. Our skilled craftspeople expertly blend and spin British fleece into ColourLab Aran – a warm, breathable and machine washab…
West Yorkshire Spinners ~ The Croft Shetland DK ~ 100g Hank £9.95
In stock
The Croft DK introduces a new collection of solid shades and complimentary tweeds, each colour developed to reflect the rich heritage and colourful landscape of the Shetland Islands. 100% Shetland Wool Double Knitting Yarn Needle Size: 4mm Yarn Length: 225 metres/ 246 yards 100g Hank Tension: 28 rows/22 stitches Machine Washable at 30oC
West Yorkshire Spinners ~ Lapland Blanket Crochet Along by Anna Nikipirowicz £69.50
4 in stock
WYS ~ Lapland Blanket Crochet Along Designed by Anna Nikipirowicz A four part downloadable pattern Realsed on the 6th of September pre-order form us now. Christmas Pines ~ Monday 6th September Reindeer Rides ~ Monday 13th September Falling Snow ~ Monday 20th September Wrapping Up ~ Monday 27th Septmeber Download each part for free using the details on the kit. Crochet hook required 7mm and Tapest…
West Yorkshire Spinners ~ The Croft Shetland Aran ~ 100g Hank £9.95
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West Yorkshire Spinners ~ The Croft Aran Yarn Colour:- A fabulous collection of yarn is inspired by the landscape & the glorious rich eritage of the shetland islands. Its produced with the Jamieson & Snmith of Shetland using 100% British Shetland Fleec. It is silky & soft to touch is perfect for garments and home accessories. Solid colours and tweed shades. This range is named after villages & tow…
Rico Socks ~ Super Soft ~ Super Dégradé 4ply 50g Ball £5.15
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Rico ~ Socks Super Soft Super Dégradé 4 ply Colour:- Gorgeous super soft degrade 4ply sock yarn, just watch as the colours develop in a beautiful colourway. One Ball is enough to knit one sock, two balls will be required to complete the pair. Many other projects can be made with this fabulous yarn, perfect for crochet also. All you need is your imagination. Weight ~ 4ply Needle size ~ 2-3mm Machi…
WYS Exsquisite 4ply: Sorrento 1132 £19.50
7 in stock
A beautiful blend of Falkland Islands wool (80%) and Mulberry Silk (20%) creates perfect stitch definition with beautiful drape and sheen. The new Exquisite 4ply launches with a palate of eight opulent colours including Bordeaux – a rich and deep berry red and Tuscany – a stunning bold yellow. Exquisite to knit, exquisite to wear. Specification: 400m / 437yds 80% Falkland Wool 20% Mulberry Silk Ha…
WYS Exquisite 4ply: Bloomsbury 1131 £19.50
4 in stock
A beautiful blend of Falkland Islands wool (80%) and Mulberry Silk (20%) creates perfect stitch definition with beautiful drape and sheen. The new Exquisite 4ply launches with a palate of eight opulent colours including Bordeaux – a rich and deep berry red and Tuscany – a stunning bold yellow. Exquisite to knit, exquisite to wear. Specification: 400m / 437yds 80% Falkland Wool 20% Mulberry Silk Ha…
WYS ~ Signature 4ply Sparkle 100g Ball ~ Nutcracker £8.95
6 in stock
West Yorkshire Spinner Signature Sparkle ~ Nutcracker Edition with free pattern Add a little shine to your festive makes with our Signature Sparkle 4ply Christmas yarn, available in the magical colourways of Silent Night, Fairy Lights and Vintage Tinsel. With all the warmth, softness and luxury of a 75% wool blend, which includes Bluefaced Leicester, there is also added nylon for durability. This…
Rico Design : Ricorumi Spin Spin DK 50g Ball £3.69
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Ricorumi Spin Spin is a brand new addition to the Ricorumi range. It conjures up beautiful colour gradients and comes in practical 50g cakes. It's 100% Cotton DK and available in 24 different shades. Ideal for crocheting all Ricorumi figures. Composition: 100% Cotton Yarn Weight: DK Needles: 3-4mm Ball Weight: 50g Yarn Length: 115m Care: Mild machine wash 30 Degrees, cool iron, do not tumble dry
WYS Exquisite 4ply: Naples 1129 £19.50
3 in stock
A beautiful blend of Falkland Islands wool (80%) and Mulberry Silk (20%) creates perfect stitch definition with beautiful drape and sheen. The new Exquisite 4ply launches with a palate of eight opulent colours including Bordeaux – a rich and deep berry red and Tuscany – a stunning bold yellow. Exquisite to knit, exquisite to wear. Specification: 400m / 437yds 80% Falkland Wool 20% Mulberry Silk Ha…
WYS ~ Nutcracker Sock Gift Kit £9.95
5 in stock
West Yorkshire Spinner Signature Sparkle ~ Nutcracker Edition with free pattern Nutcracker Sock Gift Kit Add a little shine to your festive makes with our Signature Sparkle 4ply Christmas yarn, available in the magical colourways of Silent Night, Fairy Lights and Vintage Tinsel. With all the warmth, softness and luxury of a 75% wool blend, which includes Bluefaced Leicester, there is also added ny…
Rico Design : Ricorumi Twinkly Twinkly DK 25g Ball £1.65
26 in stock
Rico Design : Ricorumi Twinkly Twinkly DK 99% Cotton 1% Polyester 25g - 52.5m The Ricorumi Twinkly Twinkly is a new yarn to Rico Ricorumi, This yarn is minature and is perfect for knitting but also crochet, the sparkle this yarn brings is beautiful. The Ricorumi Twinkly Twinkly Yarn is machine washable.
WYS Exquisite Lace: Eucalyptus 1127 £19.50
4 in stock
Exquisite contains 80% of the finest Falkland Island Wool and 20% Mulberry Silk. Falkland Wool is one of the world’s purest fleeces and perfectly complements the Mulberry Silk which is the highest quality silk available for purchase. The finished result is one of the most luxurious lace yarns on the market. 800m / 875yds 80% Falkland Wool 20% Mulberry Silk Handwash 30° Reshape whilst Damp 2.75mm U…
Noro ~ Silk Garden ~ 50g Ball £12.99
In stock
Noro ~ Silk Garden Colour:- Sik Garden is a very popular yarn from Noro and loved by knitters, crocheters and crafters. It is a lucious blend of silk, mohair and lambs wool. Its available in a fabulous shade range of self striping, variegated shade pallet. Its colourful, fun and elegent. Garments drape just gorgeous once knitted up with this yarn and you will love the softness while wearing. Needl…
Sirdar ~ Jewelspun With Wool Chunky ~ 200g Ball £13.99
27 in stock
Sirdar Jewelspun with Wool Chunky Jewelspun is a very popular yarn and now we have the gorgeous Jewlespun with wool chunky yarn and this beautilful varigated yarn with be perfect for garments, accessories and homewear. Whether your knitting or crocheting. 200g Ball / Approx 300 Metres 80% acrylic / 20% wool Wash at 40 degrees on a wool cycle, wash dark colours together. Do not dry clean Dry flat /…
WYS Exquisite Lace: Primrose 1128 £19.50
5 in stock
Exquisite contains 80% of the finest Falkland Island Wool and 20% Mulberry Silk. Falkland Wool is one of the world’s purest fleeces and perfectly complements the Mulberry Silk which is the highest quality silk available for purchase. The finished result is one of the most luxurious lace yarns on the market. 800m / 875yds 80% Falkland Wool 20% Mulberry Silk Handwash 30° Reshape whilst Damp 2.75mm U…
.Sirdar ~ Jewelspun Aran ~ 200g Ball £11.85
84 in stock
Sirdar Jewelspun Colour :- Jewelspun has a striping colourway and is absolutely gorgeous. Is perfect for many knits, jumpers, ponches, headbands, cardigans and much more. can be used in knitting projects and crochet. Aran Weight 200g Ball / Approx 500 Metres 5mm Needles 100% Acrylic Machine washable, wool cycle wash with similar colours. Do not iron Do not tumble dry and reshape whilst damp