A Little Less Pink – Purple Breast Cancer Research Fade

KNIT FOR THE GIRLS

Pink has long been the traditional colour for breast cancer awareness, but this year I’ve decided to break with tradition and create something a little different.

This six-skein purple fade moves through a beautiful range of purples, from deep, almost-black violet through rich plum and smoky mauve to the softest lavender. There is plenty of tonal variation within the skeins too, particularly through the middle of the fade, giving the colours some extra depth when knitted.

20% of the sale of each fade will be donated to breast cancer research.

The fade contains six 20g mini skeins of Osmanthus, my 70% merino / 30% silk singles yarn. Each mini skein is approximately 80m, giving you around 480m in total.

Osmanthus is a beautiful choice for shawls, scarves and other projects where the softness and drape of merino and silk can really shine.

Jasmine versions will be coming soon, for those who prefer a plied yarn.

A little less pink this year — but still supporting an important cause. 💜

6 mini skeins of 20g each presented in a plain box

Osmanthus – 4 Ply Merino Silk Singles

Osmanthus is a beautifully soft singles yarn that combines the elasticity of fine merino with the subtle sheen and drape of silk. The single-ply construction allows colours to bloom with gentle tonal variation, creating a fabric with depth and a softly organic appearance.

This yarn is ideal for shawls, lightweight garments, scarves and accessories where drape and colour are the focus. The silk adds a gentle lustre while the merino provides softness against the skin, making Osmanthus a pleasure to knit and wear.

Fibre: 70% Fine Merino, 30% Silk
Weight: 4 Ply / Fingering
Length: Approximately 400 metres per 100g skein

Recommended Needle Size

• 2.75–3.75mm knitting needles

• 3.0–4.0mm crochet hook

Tension (Guide Only)

• Knitting: 26–30 stitches and 36–42 rows = 10cm on 3.25mm needles

• Crochet: Approximately 22–24 double crochet stitches = 10cm using a 3.5mm hook (tension varies between crocheters).

Perfect For

• Shawls

• Lightweight sweaters and cardigans

• Cowls and scarves

• Hats

• Lace and textured accessories

As every skein is hand dyed in small batches, each one is unique. If your project requires more than one skein, we recommend alternating skeins every few rows for an even distribution of colour.

To keep your finished project looking its best, hand wash in cool water using a wool wash, gently squeeze out excess water and dry flat away from direct sunlight.