Thrumming is an ancient European technique that traveled to America with settlers hundreds of years ago. It is an easy, effective & time-tested method of adding an extra layer of natural wool insulation to your knits. We realize that these days we don’t need all-over thrumming for survival like an 18th century fisherman, but trust us, when you implement thrumming in just the right pieces: it will expand your expectations of luxurious knits in ways you can’t imagine.
Thrumming with our 100% Merino Roving & Homespun inspired, Columbia Comeback, 100% Climate Beneficial Verified Merino Yarn exemplifies what we mean by American Grown Luxury. The roving will felt with wear, forming a custom fit merino liner that your feet won’t soon forget!
Your kit will include Columbia Comeback Yarn, in your chosen shade, Merino Roving in Natural, and Imperial Collection Paper Pattern. It will arrive handsomely packaged in it’s own project bag with our iconic bell attached.
Yarn: 2 to 4 skeins Imperial Yarn Columbia or Columbia Comeback, 100% Merino Yarn + 2 to 4 Oz. 100% Merino Roving
Yarn Weight: Worsted
Craft: Knit
Needles: US size 10 (6 mm), or size to obtain gauge.
Notions: Stitch markers; tapestry needle.
Size/Skeins: Small 2 Skeins + 2 Oz. Roving (Fits Children and Women up to Shoe Size 6)
Medium 3 Skeins + 4 Oz. Roving (Fits Men & Women Shoe Size 7-8)
Large 3 Skeins + 4 Oz. Roving (Fits Men & Women Shoe Size 8-9)
X-Large 4 Skeins + 4 Oz. Roving (Fits Men & Women Shoe Size 9-11)
Level of Difficulty: Intermediate
Winter weather is undeniably on the way, and nothing with guard your hands against the cold quite like our Thum Mittens! These ultra-cozy mittens use unspun roving to create a plush, insulated, custom-fit, 100% merino wool liner. You’ll be pleasantly surprised by how simple the technique is, how quickly they knit up, and how luxurious they feel!
