This yarn is soft in the kind of way that makes you immediately question every other yarn you’ve ever touched. Like, excuse me, where have you been all my life? Made from 100% baby alpaca, Herriot is cozy, elegant, and just fuzzy enough to make your project look expensive even if you’re knitting it while wearing pajama pants and ignoring your laundry. Named after the beloved James Herriot, this yarn has a gentle halo, beautiful drape, and the kind of softness that makes sweaters, scarves, hats, and wraps feel downright luxurious. It lands somewhere between DK and light worsted, so definitely swatch before you go charging in with blind confidence and a dream. The colors are rich, earthy, and softly heathered, which means they look beautiful on their own and play very nicely with stripes, colorwork, and any project where you want people to say, “Wait… you MADE that?” Materials: 100% Baby Alpaca Weight: DK Yardage: 219 yards / 100 grams Suggested Needles: US 5–7 / 3.75–4.5 mm Knit Gauge: 21–24 stitches over 4" Suggested Hook: F5–7 Crochet Gauge: 12–17 single crochet stitches over 4" Juniper Moon Farm is known for thoughtfully crafted yarns with beautiful fibers and gorgeous color palettes, and Herriot is one of their originals for a reason. It’s soft, timeless, and just fancy enough to make you feel like the kind of person who says things like “I’m working on an alpaca piece” without bursting into laughter. Basically: if you want warmth, softness, and a project that feels like a hug with really good taste, Herriot is your yarn.
