West Yorkshire Spinners at Morris and Sons
Welcome West Yorkshire Spinners to Morris and Sons!
As a family-run brand, West Yorkshire Spinners crafts yarns with heritage, care, creativity and British tradition. We couldn’t be prouder to bring their Exquisite Lace and 4ply range, along with the cosy Fleece Bluefaced Leicester yarn Aran Roving and DK yarns to our Australian community. You can find these beautiful yarns both in our Katoomba, Sydney and Melbourne stores and online.
About West Yorkshire Spinners
Founded in 1997, West Yorkshire Spinners emerged during a challenging time when many mills closed due to the rise of imported yarns. Their founders aimed to preserve the region’s rich textile heritage and saw an opportunity to support sustainable natural fibres over the rise of synthetic materials.
Today West Yorkshire Spinners continue to develop unique blends and colours inspired by seasonal trends, dedicated to supporting the British hand-knitting industry and creating high-quality products for crafters worldwide.
Our West Yorkshire Spinners Yarns
West Yorkshire Spinners blends traditional skills with modern technology to create high-quality natural-fibre yarns, using materials such as British wool, alpaca and Mulberry silk. They work with local dyers and ensure responsible sourcing through the British Wool licensing scheme. By keeping most of their processes within a 20-mile radius of their Yorkshire facilities, they reduce their carbon footprint, offering customers eco-friendly yarns that tell stories inspired by the local landscape.
Exquisite Lace
The Exquisite Lace by West Yorkshire Spinners is perfect for creating elegant shawls and cardigans, just in time for Spring/Summer! It comes in a gorgeous range of opulent jewel tones and natural shades. This yarn is truly exquisite to knit with and to wear.
Shop our Exquisite Lace range here.
Exquisite 4 ply
Using natural and sustainable Falkland wool blended with soft Mulberry silk, West Yorkshire Spinner's Exquisite 4 ply is super-soft and comfortable next to the skin, making it ideal for beautiful sweaters, cardigans and shawls worn everyday or on special occasions.
The yarn is available in a rich and sophisticated colour palettes including deep tones, muted neutrals and brighter shades.
Shop our Exquisite 4 ply range here.
Fleece Bluefaced Leicester Aran Roving
Bluefaced Leicester Aran Roving by West Yorkshire Spinners is an undyed yarn spun using the natural shades from the Bluefaced Leicester sheep's British fleece.
With fibres that add character and depth, this soft and silky roving has been minimally processed to maintain its raw and natural beauty. There are three natural undyed shades available in Ecru, Light Brown and Brown, each giving subtly different results.
Shop our Fleece Bluefaced Leicester Aran Roving range here.
Fleece Bluefaced Leicester DK
A soft and silky DK yarn made with 100% Bluefaced Leicester ranges from natural undyed shades to beautiful rich tonal hues, each of which depict the depth and captivating colours of the Yorkshire countryside.
The excellent stitch definition and high-quality nature of this wool can be celebrated across all styles of knitting, from intricate cables and colourwork, to simple lace and stocking stitch.
Shop our Fleece Bluefaced Leicester DK range here.
West Yorkshire Spinners Yarn and Pattern Bundles
We have curated four bundles using our West Yorkshire Spinners yarn featuring patterns designed by Chloé Elizabeth Birch and PetiteKnits.
Our Eve Fishtail Lace scarf bundle features West Yorkshire Spinners yarn in four different colourways and the digital download pattern by Chloé Elizabeth Birch. Eve Fishtail Lace scarf is an eight-row pattern repeat, suitable for an adventurous beginner lace knitter. Perfect as an everyday accessory that can also be styled with an evening outfit for an extra touch of luxury and warmth.
Explore our Fishtail Lace Scarf yarn and pattern bundle here.
The Daisy Fishtail Sleeveless Polo Top designed by Chloé Elizabeth Birch offers a plain front with striking lace back. Our bundle includes a digital download of the Daisy Fishtail Sleeveless Polo Top pattern and all the WYS Exquisite 4 ply yarn you need to complete the project, ensuring you have everything to create your very own Daisy Fishtail Sleeveless Polo Top.
Explore our Daisy Fishtail Sleeveless Polo Top yarn and pattern bundle here.
The Ingrid Man Sweater by PetiteKnit bundle is a textured, top-down design for experienced knitters available in three curated colourways with West Yorkshire Spinners Fleece Bluefaced Leicester DK. Each bundle includes a physical printed pattern shipped directly to you and all the yarn needed.
Explore our Ingrid Man Sweater yarn and pattern bundle here.
The Stockholm Slipover vest by PetiteKnit is a chic, top-down vest with tailored shaping offered in three curated colorways using West Yorkshire Spinners Exquisite 4 ply and our iconic Rowan Kidsilk Haze. Each bundle includes a physical printed pattern and all the necessary yarn to create your own Stockholm Slipover vest.
Explore our Stockholm Slipover Vest yarn and pattern bundle here.
Inspiring Projects using our West Yorkshire Spinners yarn
Let us inspire your next project with these creations using West Yorkshire Spinners Blue Faced Leicester DK and Aran Roving.
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@skeinnydippin Pattern: Lucie Pullover in DK colourway Fellside.
@_kaylakristina Pattern: foxberry by @sari_n_ DK in colourway Umber.
@herzstueck_mitliebegestrickt Pattern: @indiblomst Aran Roving in colourway Ercu.
@thisgurlpurls Pattern is @northsideknitco #nkcolouisepullover DK in colour Fellside.
We’re thrilled to bring the exceptional quality and heritage of West Yorkshire Spinners to Morris and Sons, offering their beautiful yarns to our Australian community both in-store and online. These yarns promise a luxurious experience that reflects the craftsmanship and passion we value at Morris and Sons.
We can't wait to see the amazing projects you'll create with our West Yorkshire Spinners yarns! Visit our Katoomba, Sydney or Melbourne stores or website to explore the full collection.