Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt – Whangārei, Northland

Peer Gynt Pure 100% Norwegian Wool

Sandnes Garn Peer Gynt is a legendary 100% Norwegian wool 8ply yarn celebrated for its exceptional warmth, durability, and timeless structure. As the exclusive Sandnes Garn stockist in Northland, NZ, Bernina Northland is delighted to offer this premium, non-superwash wool to our crafting community in Whangārei and across New Zealand. Consequently, it provides superb stitch definition, making it the absolute gold standard for traditional Scandinavian sweaters, textured cables, and intricate colourwork.

Looking for the Perfect Wool for Your Next Sweater Project?

Because Peer Gynt has been produced continuously since 1938, it remains one of the true, undisputed classics of the Sandnes Garn range.

Since it is made from 100% Norwegian wool, Peer Gynt offers the excellent structure and resilience you expect from a traditional yarn. Therefore, it holds its shape beautifully over time. In addition, it is naturally durable and resists pilling. As a result, these traits make it perfect for garments you intend to wear often and keep for a lifetime.

Admittedly, Norwegian wool can initially feel more rustic than fine merino. However, this crisp texture is a key part of Peer Gynt’s classic character. Furthermore, the premium fibres soften significantly with wear and washing. Nevertheless, they still retain the firm structure that makes this yarn so wonderful for substantial garments.

Why Choose Peer Gynt for Traditional Colourwork?

•  Crisp Definition: Because of the natural resilience of Norwegian wool, textured stitches, cables, and colourwork patterns remain perfectly defined.
• Lightweight Warmth: The 22-stitch gauge produces a substantial, cozy fabric without adding unnecessary weight to your finished garment.
• Versatile Patterns: Consequently, it is equally at home in classic Norwegian stranded knitting and modern, contemporary sweater patterns.

Product Specifications

• Brand: Sandnes Garn
• Composition: 100% Norwegian Wool
• Yarn Weight / Ply: 8 ply / Double Knit
• Meterage: 91m per (99 yds)
• Ball Weight: 50g
• Care Instructions: Yes – Wool cycle at 30°C
• Recommended Knitting Needles: 3.5mm–4mm
• Knitting Tension: 22 stitches per 10cm

Looking for a Specific Colour?
We order regularly from Sandnes Garn. If a colour you need for your next knitting project is currently out of stock, please get in touch with our Whangārei shop and we will gladly look into a special order for you.

Phone: 09 438 7654
Email: info@berninanorthland.co.nz
Visit Us: Come see the colours in person at Bernina Northland