Why Natural Fiber Yarn?
We support socially and environmentally responsible companies, indie yarn dyers, and individuals, prioritizing fair wages, education opportunities, and traditional fiber heritage. Brands like Malabrigo Yarn, Manos del Uruguay, Amano Yarns, and Rosa Pomar uphold these values.
Making something with your hands takes time, and using tools that make each stitch comfortable, colorful, and enjoyable is just as important as the yarn you choose.
We offer top-quality tools for knitting or crocheting, ensuring every stitch is a delight. Discover favorites like Lykke, Cocoknits, Chiaogoo, and Katrinkles.
Upcoming knitting and crochet classes available. Click for details on each class.
We offer one-on-one sessions and private lessons; schedule by emailing hello@apricotyarn.com or calling 619-223-3603.
Get 30 minutes for $20 or 1 hour for $40.
- Reading Your Knitting and Fixing Your Mistakes Class
- Learn to Knit (a class for beginners)
- Learn to Crochet (a class for beginners)
- Garter Rim Beanie Class
- Knit the Sweater (Garment) You Want to Wear Workshop
- Feather and Fan: Simple Lace Scarf Class
- Basic Doodle Hat: Intro to Colorwork Class
- Learn to Cable: Antler Toque Class
Novita Helene
60% merino wool, 30% silk, 10% super kid mohair, 218 yards
$24.00
/ skein
Pickup available at Apricot Yarn & Supply — Usually ready in 1 hour
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Local pickup details
Pickup available at Apricot Yarn & Supply*
2690 Historic Decatur Rd., #101
San Diego, California, USA 92106
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*Usually ready same day if ordered at least 1 hour before close.
Hours
Monday - Saturday, 10am - 5pm
Sunday, 11am - 5pm
A dream to work with, Novita Helene is perfect for creating a variety of knits and accessories with a gorgeously luxe feel. This sophisticated 4ply yarn is crafted with high quality merino wool, sumptuously soft silk, and super kid mohair. The carefully created blend gives a wonderfully light and airy yarn that is simply gorgeous to work with. Helene lends itself to stunning cable and lace knits as well as smooth stockinette finishes. Helene is OEKO-TEX® certified.
- Fiber: 60% Wool, 30% Silk, 10% Mohair
- Weight: 50g, Sport, 4ply
- Yardage: 218yd / 200m
- Recommended Needle: US 4 / 3.5mm
- Gauge: 25 stitches and 34 rows / 10 x 10 cm (4x4 in)
- Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry.
Full specifications
Fiber content
60% Wool, 30% Silk, 10% Mohair
Weight class
Sport, 4ply
Length
218yd / 200m
Ball weight
50g
Gauge
25 stitches and 34 rows / 10 x 10 cm (4x4 in)
Needle / hook
US 4 / 3.5mm
Care
Hand wash, lay flat to dry.
