Traditional Aran knitting was built around wool with strength, structure, and the ability to bring intricate cablework to life. Coast ARN312 Oyster from Fairmount Fibers carries that tradition forward with 100% British wool, classic production methods, and a palette drawn from the coast itself.
Coast follows the methods historically associated with Aran yarns from Britain and Ireland. The wool is worsted spun and hank dyed, producing a structured yarn with the stitch definition needed to showcase cables, braids, diamonds, ropes, and richly textured knitting.
Oyster ARN312 belongs to Coast's fisherman- and coastline-inspired palette, making it a natural choice for traditional Aran designs and understated, heritage-inspired knits. After dyeing, the yarn receives an organic softener treatment that gives the finished wool a softer hand while retaining its natural character.
Each substantial 200g hank provides approximately 336 yards, offering generous yardage for sweaters, cardigans, vests, scarves, hats, and other cold-weather projects. At 19 stitches per 4", Coast creates fabric with enough body to let dimensional stitchwork take center stage.
The yarn is made from 100% British wool, and Fairmount Fibers specifies that all of the wool comes from non-mulesed sheep cared for by British farmers working under strict ethical standards.
Product Details
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Brand: Fairmount Fibers
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Yarn Line: Coast
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Colorway: ARN312 Oyster
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Yarn Type: Traditional Aran yarn
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Fiber Content: 100% British wool
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Spinning Method: Worsted spun
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Dyeing Method: Hank dyed
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Finish: Organic softener applied after dyeing
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Hank Weight: 200g / 7.05 oz
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Yardage: Approximately 336 yards per 200g hank
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Gauge: 19 stitches = 4" / 10cm
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Origin: Made in the United Kingdom
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Wool Sourcing: British wool
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Animal Welfare: 100% of wool comes from non-mulesed sheep
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Care: Hand wash in cool water; dry flat
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Ideal For: Aran sweaters, cable knitting, cardigans, vests, hats, scarves, accessories, and textured knitting
Please note: Natural wool and the hank-dyeing process can create subtle variations between hanks. For larger projects, purchasing sufficient yarn at one time and alternating hanks can help distribute natural color variation throughout the finished piece.
