SPIRIT – Texture, Softness and Modern Character
Some yarns rely on colour to make an impression. SPIRIT by WOOLADDICTS takes a different approach, creating interest through texture, structure and an exceptionally soft handle.
Made from extrafine merino wool with a touch of luxurious cashmere, SPIRIT produces fabric that feels relaxed, contemporary and wonderfully tactile. Its character comes from an unusual double-twist construction that brings together woollen-spun and worsted yarns. The result is subtle irregularity, natural movement and beautiful depth—even in the simplest stitch patterns.
This is a yarn that adds personality effortlessly while remaining comfortable, wearable and remarkably enjoyable to knit or crochet.
First Impressions
The first thing I noticed was the softness. The combination of extrafine merino and cashmere feels wonderfully gentle in the hands, while the yarn’s construction gives it enough body to showcase its distinctive texture.
As the work develops, SPIRIT creates a fabric with organic depth and movement. The stitches have a relaxed quality that gives garments a modern, easy-to-wear appearance without looking overly rustic or heavy.
Despite its textured character, SPIRIT remains surprisingly refined. The finished fabric feels balanced, light and sophisticated, with a supersoft handle that makes it especially appealing for garments worn close to the skin.
How SPIRIT Is Constructed
SPIRIT technically features a double-twist construction.
The process begins with a slightly irregular woollen-spun yarn—sometimes described as malfilé or flame yarn—made from wool and cashmere. This is first twisted together with a fine Nm 28 worsted-spun yarn. The resulting strand is then twisted once more with a second Nm 28 worsted-spun yarn.
In other words, the finished yarn combines:
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One ply of woollen-spun wool-and-cashmere yarn
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Two plies of fine worsted-spun yarn
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Two separate twisting stages
This thoughtful combination is what gives SPIRIT its appealing balance of softness, strength and texture. The woollen-spun component introduces gentle irregularity and fullness, while the two worsted-spun plies provide structure and definition.
Why It Works
SPIRIT succeeds because of the harmony between its fibres and construction. The extrafine merino wool provides elasticity, warmth and softness, while the cashmere adds an extra touch of luxury and comfort against the skin.
Its double-twist structure allows these qualities to shine. The slightly irregular woollen-spun ply creates texture and volume, while the fine worsted plies lend stability and a more polished finish. Together, they produce a yarn that feels exceptionally soft without losing its shape or character.
This construction also creates visual interest without requiring complicated stitch patterns. Simple stocking stitch becomes rich and expressive, allowing the yarn itself to perform much of the design work.
Another strength is its versatility. SPIRIT works beautifully for both knitting and crochet, producing projects that feel substantial and warm without becoming excessively heavy.
The result is a yarn that delivers texture, softness and structure in equal measure—a pleasure both to work with and to wear.
Perfect For
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Statement jumpers and cardigans
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Texture-rich crochet projects
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Scarves, shawls and accessories
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Modern everyday knits
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Relaxed contemporary garments
Yarn Composition
94% Virgin Wool (Extrafine Merino), 6% Cashmere
Yarn Information
Length: Approximately 140m
Ball weight: 50g
Yarn weight: Aran/Worsted
Recommended needles: 5mm
Tension: 17 stitches and 23 rows per 10cm
Washing: Machine washable without fabric softener; see the yarn band for full care instructions.
Final Verdict
SPIRIT is a wonderfully expressive yarn that combines softness, texture and modern style with an impressively technical construction. Its blend of extrafine merino wool and cashmere delivers exceptional comfort, while the double twist of one woollen-spun ply and two worsted-spun plies gives every project depth, movement and personality.
What I particularly enjoy is how much interest the yarn creates without demanding complicated techniques. Even straightforward knitting or crochet becomes engaging, and the finished fabric feels distinctive, contemporary and beautifully tactile.
If you enjoy yarns with texture, softness and a relaxed modern character, SPIRIT is a beautifully balanced addition to the WOOLADDICTS collection.
