Winter Petrol - 5 ply silk/mohair and nylon - Rooibos

Winter Petrol is a rich, inky blue-green that sits somewhere between deep petrol, midnight teal and softened black. At first glance it appears almost black, but as the light catches the yarn, layers of cool teal and blue emerge, giving it remarkable depth and quiet complexity.

The subtle tonal variation creates movement throughout the skein, while the silk lends a gentle sheen that enhances the darker shades without making them overly bright. Mysterious and understated, Winter Petrol pairs beautifully with soft greys, weathered neutrals, silvery blues and muted greens, making it an excellent choice for timeless shawls, sweaters and accessories.

A revived Green Tea Yarns favourite, Winter Petrol is a versatile dark that offers far more character than a solid black—deep, moody and effortlessly wearable.

Rooibos – Mohair & Silk 5 Ply Yarn

Rooibos is an unusual luxury yarn combining the soft halo of mohair with the lustre and fluid drape of silk. A small amount of nylon adds strength and stability while allowing the beauty of the natural fibres to remain the focus.

With 69% silk, Rooibos has a smooth feel, gentle sheen and beautiful movement. The 22% mohair creates a soft bloom around the yarn without the very light, airy structure usually associated with laceweight mohair yarns. The result is a more substantial yarn with texture, depth and a softly diffused finish.

Running at 350 metres per 100g, Rooibos sits within the 5 ply or sport-weight range, although its generous metreage makes it suitable for projects where a lighter fabric is preferred. It can be worked on its own to create flowing shawls, lightweight garments and accessories, with the silk providing drape and the mohair adding softness and character.

Rooibos may also be held together with another yarn to introduce a subtle halo, additional depth and a touch of silk lustre. As with all yarns containing mohair, the finished fabric will soften and bloom after washing.

Each colour is hand dyed in small batches. Variations between skeins are part of the nature of hand-dyed yarn, and alternating skeins is recommended when working on larger projects.

Fibre: 69% Silk, 22% Mohair, 9% Nylon
Weight: 5 ply / Sport weight
Length: 350 metres per 100g
Construction: Mohair, silk and nylon blend
Suggested projects: Shawls, lightweight sweaters, cardigans, wraps and accessories

Care: Hand wash gently in cool water using a wool wash. Avoid agitation, wringing and sudden changes in water temperature. Dry flat away from direct sunlight.

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Rooibos is a luxury hand-dyed 5 ply yarn made from 69% silk, 22% mohair and 9% nylon. With 350 metres per 100g, this soft, lustrous sport-weight yarn offers beautiful drape and a gentle mohair halo for shawls, lightweight garments and accessories.