Urban Rain ooak - 4 ply sock yarn in merino and nylon - Darjeeling 4

Urban Rain

Urban Rain captures the quiet beauty of a city transformed by a passing shower. Deep charcoal greys and weathered slate flow through rich teal and turquoise, while soft silver-blue highlights catch the light like reflections in rain-soaked streets. Gentle washes of smoky mauve add unexpected depth, echoing the colours that appear in storm clouds as daylight begins to return.

This colourway has a calm, contemporary feel, balancing cool, saturated tones with muted neutrals. The subtle variegation creates movement without overwhelming a project, making it equally suited to textured stitches, simple stockinette, lace or cables.

Urban Rain is an evocative choice for shawls, sweaters, scarves and accessories, bringing together the moody atmosphere of wet city skylines with the freshness that follows a cleansing rain. It is a colour that feels both modern and timeless, revealing new combinations of teal, steel and smoky violet as your project grows.

A quietly dramatic palette for makers who appreciate understated colour with depth and character.

Darjeeling Sock Yarn

80% Superwash Merino | 20% Nylon
4 Ply / Fingering Weight
400 metres per 100g

Darjeeling is a beautifully balanced sock yarn that combines the softness of fine superwash merino with the added strength of nylon, creating a versatile yarn that is equally at home in socks, shawls, garments and accessories.

The merino provides warmth, softness and excellent stitch definition, while the nylon adds durability without compromising the luxurious feel of the yarn. Although designed with socks in mind, Darjeeling is an excellent choice for lightweight sweaters, cardigans, hats, mittens, baby garments and everyday shawls that will see regular wear.

This smooth 4 ply yarn produces crisp stitch definition, making textured stitches, cables, lace and colourwork stand out beautifully. It dyes exceptionally well, allowing each Green Tea Yarns colourway to shine with depth and clarity.

Specifications

• Fibre: 80% Superwash Merino, 20% Nylon

• Weight: 100g

• Length: 400 metres

• Yarn Weight: 4 Ply / Fingering

Recommended Needle Sizes

• 2.25–3.25 mm needles for socks

• 3.25–4.00 mm needles for shawls and garments

Recommended Crochet Hook

• 2.5–4.0 mm, depending on your project and desired fabric

Gauge
Approximately 28–32 stitches over 10 cm on 2.75–3.25 mm needles (gauge will vary depending on the project).

Care Instructions
Although the yarn is superwash treated, hand washing is recommended to help preserve the colour and extend the life of your finished project.

• Hand wash in cool or lukewarm water using a wool wash.

• Avoid bleach and harsh detergents.

• Gently squeeze out excess water without wringing.

• Roll in a towel to remove additional moisture.

• Dry flat away from direct sunlight.

• Do not tumble dry.

If machine washing is necessary, use a gentle wool cycle in cool water and place your project inside a laundry bag. Dry flat afterwards.

Darjeeling is a dependable everyday luxury—soft enough to wear next to the skin, durable enough for hardworking socks, and versatile enough for almost any 4 ply project.