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Lang Yarns Donegal Tweed+

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Lang Yarns · at McIntosh

Donegal Tweed+

Aran · 115 yds / 50 g

$12 per ball

Pure wool spun and dyed in Donegal, Ireland. The classic Irish tweed for traditional Aran patterns and cabled sweaters.

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Weight
Aran
Fiber
100% Virgin Woolwool yarn
Length
115 yds (105 m) per 50 g
Yards per 100 g
230 compare weights
Needle
US 7-8
Gauge
17 stitches and 25 rows in stocking stitch to make a 10cm / 4 inch square

From McIntosh

Experience the magic of genuine Donegal tradition with DONEGAL TWEED + by LANGYARNS. Spun and dyed in the legendary Donegal region of Ireland, this extraordinary yarn captures centuries of textile heritage in every skein.

Colors

Lang Yarns Donegal Tweed+ comes in 31 colorways at McIntosh, including green shades like Dark Green and Light Green, cream & natural shades like White and Beige, pink shades like Dusky Pink and Rose and orange shades like Rust and Copper.

How much to buy

Rough balls of Donegal Tweed+ (115 yds each) for an adult size
ProjectYardageballs
Hat~180 yds2
Cowl or scarf~250 yds3
Shawl~420 yds4
Adult sweater~900 yds8

Typical Aran yardage; your pattern's number always wins. Plug it into the Yarn Estimator for an exact count.

About Lang Yarns Donegal Tweed+

Donegal Tweed+ from Lang Yarns is 100% virgin wool, spun and dyed in Donegal, Ireland. Each 50 g ball holds 115 yards (105 meters), and Lang lists it as worsted to aran weight.

The yarn keeps its spinning oils until the first wash. Once washed, the fabric blooms, gaining volume and softness while keeping its tweed character. You'll notice occasional variations in thickness and texture; Lang says these are part of how traditional Donegal tweed is made, not flaws.

It's for knitters and crocheters who want an authentic tweed for classic garments: cabled sweaters, Aran patterns and accessories with a traditional look. There are about 30 shades.

Best for

  • Traditional Aran and cabled sweaters
  • Tweed cardigans and jackets
  • Hats and scarves
  • Heirloom pieces

Working with it

Lang suggests US 7–8 (4.5–5 mm) needles for 17 stitches and 25 rows in stockinette to 4 inches. Because the fabric blooms after the first wash, always wash and dry your swatch before measuring; unwashed, the yarn will feel harder and look thinner than it ends up. The occasional thick or thin spot is normal, but you can cut out any stretch you don't like and join in fresh yarn.

Care

Lang lists machine wash up to 30°C (86°F) with wool detergent and no softener. The first wash is what makes the fabric bloom. Dry flat.

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