Schoppel Senior – Distinguished Woollen Yarn with Traditional Shadow Colours
Senior is yarn with heritage at its heart. Spun with time-honoured techniques and dyed in sophisticated shadow shades, it combines voluminous woollen texture with subtle colour depth. The gentle grey base acts as a canvas, allowing the colours to dance across your stitches with understated elegance.
My First Impressions
This yarn has a presence — soft yet full-bodied, with a rustic authenticity that feels reassuringly traditional. The shadow-dyed colours appear muted at first glance but reveal beautiful depth and character as the fabric grows, lending projects a quiet sophistication.
Quick Specs
- Composition: 100% Virgin Wool
- Length / Weight: 143m / 25g
- Yarn Weight: Light Fingering
- Recommended Needles: 2.0 – 3.0 mm
- Tension: 24 sts × 32 rows = 10cm
- Care: Hand or machine wash up to 30˚C (wool wash cycle) with wool detergent, no softener
Knitting Experience
On the needles, Senior feels lofty and warm. The woollen spin traps air, creating lightweight yet insulating fabrics. Stitches have a soft halo, and the gradual shadow colour play gives an organic, almost hand-dyed look without overpowering the structure of your design.
Wearing and Performance
The resulting fabric is breathable yet cosy, with a traditional character that recalls heritage knitwear. The combination of volume and subtle colour depth makes it ideal for everyday garments with timeless charm. It holds warmth beautifully without feeling heavy.
Where It Excels
- Heritage-style sweaters and cardigans
- Scarves and accessories with quiet elegance
- Socks with warmth and traditional appeal
- Home accessories with rustic charm
Yarn Highlights
- Heritage inspired: Woollen spun for volume and warmth
- Shadow dyed: Subtle colour play on a grey base
- Timeless feel: Projects with quiet sophistication
- Natural comfort: Breathable, insulating virgin wool
Value for Money
With 143m per 25g ball, Senior offers a lightweight yet substantial yarn for timeless projects. Its combination of traditional character and refined shadow colours ensures garments and accessories look elegant, last well, and carry the dignity of heritage craft.
Final Verdict
Schoppel Senior is a yarn of quiet distinction. With its voluminous woollen texture, subtle shadow colouring, and sustainable origins, it honours knitting traditions while delivering timeless results. Honourably crafted, timelessly beautiful, respectfully sustainable.