King Cole Zig Zag 4Ply is a self-patterning yarn that builds striking zigzag stripes automatically as you knit, so your socks and accessories develop their own bold, graphic character without any colour-changing fuss. Whether you’re knitting a pair of weekend socks or a delicate pair of fingerless mitts, the pattern emerges row by row to keep you engaged from cast-on to cast-off.
The 75% superwash wool and 25% nylon blend gives this yarn a pleasantly smooth hand feel with just enough bounce to make it a joy to work with on 3.25mm needles. The nylon content adds resilience to the heel and toe of a hand-knitted sock, and the tight 4ply construction delivers crisp, consistent stitch definition throughout.
The colourways in this range are vivid and confident — think contrasting brights and earthy tones that stripe cleanly as you work through each 100g ball. A single ball contains 420m of yarn, giving you plenty to complete a pair of socks with a satisfying, repeating pattern.
The superwash treatment means your finished socks can go straight into the washing machine, making this yarn a genuinely practical choice for everyday knitwear. The nylon reinforcement resists wear in high-friction areas, so a pair of hand-knitted socks made from Zig Zag 4Ply will stay looking good through regular use.