EDITION 6
Fingering
2.0 – 3.0 mm
James likes ...

• Elegant colour transitions

• Soft and strong

• Lightweight yet durable

Knitting with EDITION 6

by
James McIntosh

Schoppel Edition 6 – Sophisticated Colour Artistry with Premium Quality

Edition 6 from Schoppel is designed for knitters who love colour with depth and fabric with refinement. Made from 100% virgin Patagonian wool, it offers a smooth handle, impressive stitch definition, and sophisticated colour artistry that turns every project into something special. This yarn blends performance with elegance for results you’ll treasure.

My First Impressions

The name Edition 6 reflects the yarn’s modern yet timeless character. Each ball features carefully crafted tonal variations, creating a sophisticated play of colour that feels elegant without being overwhelming. Combined with Schoppel’s trusted German craftsmanship, it’s a yarn that feels premium from the very first stitch.

Quick Specs

  • Composition: 100% Virgin Wool
  • Length / Weight: 300m / 50g
  • Yarn Weight: Fingering
  • Recommended Needles: 2.0 – 3.0 mm
  • Tension: 38 sts × 50 rows = 10cm
  • Care: Hand or machine wash up to 30˚C (wool wash cycle) with wool detergent, no softener

Knitting Experience

On the needles, Edition 6 is smooth and reliable, gliding easily into neat, even stitches. The colour artistry emerges gradually, producing refined transitions that make simple patterns look elevated and complex designs truly shine. It’s a yarn that rewards every stitch with beauty and consistency.

Wearing and Performance

The finished fabric is soft, lightweight, and durable. The Patagonian merino base gives warmth without bulk, while the colour transitions provide sophistication that carries through from scarves to jumpers. This is a yarn made for projects that are both wearable and elegant.

Where It Excels

  • Lightweight scarves and shawls with elegant drape
  • Jumpers and cardigans with refined colour play
  • Accessories with tonal sophistication
  • Projects demanding premium quality and artistry

Yarn Highlights

  • Sophisticated colour artistry: Beautiful tonal techniques in every ball
  • Premium fibre: 100% Patagonian virgin wool for softness and strength
  • Refined craftsmanship: Trusted German production standards
  • Light yet durable: Perfect balance of drape and resilience

Value for Money

At 300m per 50g ball, Edition 6 offers generous yardage for lightweight garments and accessories. Its combination of premium wool, refined colour work, and excellent performance makes it superb value for knitters who want projects that stand out with quiet sophistication.

Final Verdict

Schoppel Edition 6 is elegant, reliable, and artistically crafted. With premium Patagonian wool and sophisticated colour artistry, it’s perfect for knitters seeking projects that balance beauty, quality, and wearability. Artistically sophisticated, expertly crafted, beautifully premium — a true favourite for refined projects.