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• Ability to trace yarn from sheep to needle

• Impressive durability

• Everyday excellence in a ball of yarn

Knitting with ATLANTIS

by
James McIntosh

ATLANTIS (a review)

If you’re after a yarn you can wear every day without worrying about it wearing out, ATLANTIS is a solid choice. It’s warm but breathable, soft but sturdy, and it holds its shape beautifully even after a trip through the washing machine. The fact you can trace it from farm to ball is just the cherry on top.

My First Impressions

ATLANTIS is the kind of yarn that quietly wins you over — dependable, versatile, and made with a genuine commitment to traceability. With a balanced wool–nylon blend, it’s clearly built for pieces that will see regular use and still look their best months (or years) later.

Quick Specs

  • Composition: 60% Virgin Superwash Corriedale Wool, 40% Nylon

  • Length / Weight: 135 m / 50 g

  • Recommended Needles: 3.5 mm

  • Tension: 24 sts / 10 cm

  • Tested Projects: Everyday cardigan

  • Care: Machine washable up to 40°C (wool detergent, no softener), lay flat to dry

Knitting Experience

The Corriedale wool gives a robust, consistent feel in the hand, while the nylon content adds resilience without diminishing the natural wool qualities. Tension is easy to achieve and maintain, making ATLANTIS a reassuringly predictable knitting companion.

Wearing and Performance

This yarn thrives in everyday wear. After repeated machine washes, garments retain their shape, resist pilling, and keep their colour depth. The wool’s warmth and breathability combine with nylon’s durability for a balance of comfort and reliability.

Where ATLANTIS Excels

  • Everyday essentials — sweaters, cardigans, and accessories you’ll reach for constantly

  • Professional wear — pieces that need to stay looking sharp through repeated use

  • Hardwearing accessories — hats, scarves, and mittens built for daily wear

  • Sustainable staples — long-lasting garments that reduce the need for frequent replacement

Yarn Characteristics

  • Corriedale wool foundation: Long staple length for strength and reduced pilling

  • Trace Your Yarn transparency: Track the yarn from farm to finished skein

  • Balanced blend: 60% wool for warmth and comfort, 40% nylon for enhanced durability

  • Shape retention: Keeps its silhouette even after multiple washes

Care & Practicality

ATLANTIS is machine washable up to 40°C, making it easy to fit into a normal laundry routine. Using wool detergent and avoiding softener ensures the wool retains its resilience and softness.

Value for Money

For a DK-weight yarn with durability, traceability, and consistent professional results, ATLANTIS offers excellent value. It’s a smart investment in projects you want to enjoy for years.

Final Verdict

ATLANTIS combines everyday practicality with ethical transparency. Built on the natural resilience of Corriedale wool and enhanced with nylon’s staying power, it’s a yarn that proves reliability can be both sustainable and satisfying.