Rosários 4 Alvor Yarn – Wool & Linen Blend Sport Weight Yarn

Alvor is a beautifully versatile, all-season yarn from Portuguese mill Rosários 4, now available in the UK. This premium wool and linen blend yarn combines softness, breathability and strength—making it an ideal choice for knitters seeking a high-quality, natural fibre yarn for year-round projects.

Blending 50% wool with 50% linen, Alvor offers the perfect balance of warmth and airflow. The wool provides softness and gentle elasticity, while the linen adds durability and a subtle texture that softens beautifully with wear. The result is a lightweight yet hardworking sport weight yarn, perfect for garments that transition effortlessly between seasons—keeping you warm in winter and cool in summer.

Whether you're knitting everyday staples or timeless wardrobe pieces, Alvor is a standout choice for those looking for breathable yarn in the UK climate.

Key Features

• Premium 50% wool / 50% linen blend yarn
• Soft, breathable and temperature-regulating
• Durable with a natural linen texture that improves over time
• Lightweight sport weight yarn ideal for garments
• Excellent stitch definition for refined finishes
• Perfect for summer knitting and transitional layering pieces
• Available from a UK stockist for quick and reliable delivery

Need inspiration?

This sport weight yarn is ideal for garment knitting. It would make a beautiful version of the Polina Sweater by Teti Lutsak, or the versatile Havin by Isabell Kraemer—a flattering V-neck design with multiple sleeve options, perfect for layering throughout the year.

Yarn Details

• Brand: Rosários 4
• Yarn Name: Alvor
• Fibre Content: 50% Wool / 50% Linen
• Yarn Weight: Sport Weight Yarn
• Season: All Season / Summer & Winter Knitting
• Ball Weight: 100g
• Meterage: 310m
• Gauge: 24 stitches x 34 rows
• Recommended Needles: 3–4mm

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