Swurlywurly DK from James C Brett gives you a whopping 550 metres per ball, meaning you can cast on a striped slouchy jumper or a colourwork blanket with confidence that you won’t run short mid-project. The self-striping and variegated colour effect does the creative work for you, producing flowing colour transitions without a single yarn change.
As a 100% acrylic yarn, Swurlywurly DK is consistent and smooth to work with, gliding easily over your needles for steady, even tension throughout a colour-pooling cowl or a striped hat. It has a light bounce to it that helps your finished fabric hold its shape well, and the stitch definition is clean and crisp — ideal if you want the colour patterning to really pop.
The standout feature here is the colour: bold, sweeping gradients and multi-tonal runs that create visual interest across every row of a weekend wrap or children’s cardigan. Each colourway is carefully graduated so the transitions feel organic rather than abrupt, giving even simple stocking stitch real visual impact.
Being 100% acrylic, Swurlywurly DK is a practical choice for everyday items like a child’s striped jumper or a well-loved throw — it washes at 30°C and can be tumble dried on a low heat, making it genuinely low-maintenance. It’s also a durable fibre that resists pilling well with regular use, so your finished makes stay looking their best for longer.
| Yarn: Brand | |
|---|---|
| Yarn: Colour | |
| Yarn: Name | James C Brett Swurlywurly DK |
| Yarn: Shade | SRL07 Spring Greens |
| Yarn: Weight | |
| Yarn: Ball Weight | 200g |
| Yarn: Blend | 100% Acrylic |
| Yarn: Length | 550m |
| Needle / Hook: Size | 4mm |
| Yarn: Tension | 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm on 4mm needles |
| Care: Bleach | Do not bleach |
| Care: Drying | Tumble dry low |
| Care: Ironing | Cool |
| Care: Washing | 30C |