Is Yonder good for colorwork?

Yes. The three-ply spin and worsted gauge give clear stitch definition, and the alpaca-wool blend blocks well for stranded patterns.

How does it compare with Purl Soho's other worsted yarns?

Yonder is softer and warmer than a pure-wool worsted thanks to the alpaca, but it has less yardage per skein and needs hand washing.

What needle size should I use?

US 7 or 8 (4.5 or 5 mm) for a gauge of 4.25 to 4.5 stitches per inch. For crochet, a G or H hook.

Can I machine wash it?

No. Hand wash in cool water and lay flat to dry to keep the alpaca from felting.

How much yarn does a sweater take?

With 140 yards per skein, an adult sweater typically needs many skeins. Buy all you need in one order so dye lots match.

Is it good for beginners?

Yes. It knits at a standard worsted gauge and is not splitty, though the short yardage means counting skeins carefully.

Purl Soho Yonder Alpaca-Wool Worsted Weight Yarn

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$16.50at Purl SohoChecked Nov 10

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Purl Soho Yonder Alpaca-Wool Worsted Weight Yarn

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$16.50at Purl SohoChecked Nov 10

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Our take on the Purl Soho Yonder Alpaca-Wool Worsted Weight Yarn

Yonder is a plied worsted-weight yarn from Purl Soho, half alpaca and half Highland wool, spun in Peru. The alpaca gives it softness and a slight halo; the wool adds memory and stitch definition, so it works for colorwork and textured patterns as well as plain stockinette. Each 100-gram skein has 140 yards, which is on the short side for a worsted skein, so plan yardage carefully for larger garments. It suits knitters who want a soft, warm, slightly rustic yarn for hats, mittens, colorwork yokes and small sweaters, and who accept hand washing.

Best forColorwork hats, mittens and yokesSmall garments and accessoriesKnitters who want softness with wool memoryBeginner-friendly worsted projects

Pros

Alpaca-wool blend is soft with a light halo
Three-ply spin holds up to colorwork and texture
Good stitch definition in stockinette
Works at a common worsted gauge on US 7-8 needles
Beginner-friendly at 4.25-4.5 stitches per inch

Cons

Only 140 yards per 100-gram skein, so larger projects need many skeins
Hand wash and lay flat to dry
Alpaca halo can blur fine stitch patterns
Limited to the Purl Soho color range

Purl Soho Yonder Alpaca-Wool Worsted Weight Yarn prices at every store

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Lowest price we've seen: $16.50 on Nov 10 at Purl Soho. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 10.

What reviewers say

Knitters describe Yonder as soft, warm and pleasant to work with, with good stitch definition for colorwork and texture. The main complaints are the short yardage per skein and the hand-wash care.

What people mention

SoftnessPraisedKnitters say the alpaca-wool blend feels soft and warm against the skin.
Stitch definitionPraisedReviewers find the three-ply spin keeps colorwork and textured stitches clear.
YardageCriticisedKnitters note each skein has only 140 yards, so bigger projects take many skeins.
CareCriticisedOwners mention hand washing and flat drying as a drawback for everyday pieces.
HaloMixedSome like the soft halo; others say it blurs fine stitch patterns.

Specifications

Fiber Content: Alpaca, Highland Wool, 50% alpaca, 50% highland wool
Wool Type: Highland Wool
Weight: 100 grams (3.5 ounces)
Put Up Type: plied, Skein
Unit Size: 100
Weight Category: worsted, Worsted/Aran
Crochet Gauge: G or H (4.5 or 5 mm)

Questions and answers

Is Yonder good for colorwork?: Yes. The three-ply spin and worsted gauge give clear stitch definition, and the alpaca-wool blend blocks well for stranded patterns.
How does it compare with Purl Soho's other worsted yarns?: Yonder is softer and warmer than a pure-wool worsted thanks to the alpaca, but it has less yardage per skein and needs hand washing.
What needle size should I use?: US 7 or 8 (4.5 or 5 mm) for a gauge of 4.25 to 4.5 stitches per inch. For crochet, a G or H hook.
Can I machine wash it?: No. Hand wash in cool water and lay flat to dry to keep the alpaca from felting.
How much yarn does a sweater take?: With 140 yards per skein, an adult sweater typically needs many skeins. Buy all you need in one order so dye lots match.
Is it good for beginners?: Yes. It knits at a standard worsted gauge and is not splitty, though the short yardage means counting skeins carefully.
Where is the Purl Soho Yonder Alpaca-Wool Worsted Weight Yarn cheapest?: At Purl Soho, for $16.50, as of our latest check.

Gauge

4.25-4.5 stitches per inch

Knitting Gauge

US 7 or 8 (4.5 or 5 mm)

Yarn Name

Yonder

Collection

Yonder knitting patterns

Care Instructions

Hand wash and lay flat to dry

Length

140 yards (128 meters)

Thickness

worsted/aran-weight

Yarn Type

Yarn, Plied

Ply

3 strands plied

Typical Projects

colorwork, knitting, stockinette, textured patterns, Plain stockinette

Age Group

Adult

Skill Level

Beginner

Unit Quantity

1

Unit Type

G, Grams

Country Of Origin

Peru