Buy Mayflower Birmingham alternative | Hollywool
Shop alternatives to Mayflower Birmingham - match gauge, fibre and yardage. Verified substitutes in stock at Hollywool, shipped from Germany.
Updated by the Hollywool team.
Yarn Specifications Overview
Gauge
26–28 sts / 10 cm
Needles
2.5–3.5 mm
Yardage
215 m / 50 g
Composition
69% Wool, 16% Alpaca, 15% Rayon
Close Matches in Stock
Yarns with slight differences in fiber, yardage, or gauge. Check your pattern requirements.
West Yorkshire Spinners
West Yorkshire Spinners Solstice 4ply
Gauge: 28 sts
Needles: 3.25 mm
Yardage: 400m / 100g
Composition: 70% Wool, 20% Tencel, 10% Cashmere
● In stock
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Mayflower
Mayflower Easy Care
Gauge: 28 sts
Needles: 3–3.5 mm
Yardage: 185m / 50g
Composition: 80% Wool, 14% Acrylic, 6% Rayon
● In stock
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which yarn can I use instead of Mayflower Birmingham?
A direct substitute for Mayflower Birmingham has the same gauge (26–28 sts / 10 cm) and composition (69% Wool, 16% Alpaca, 15% Rayon). Only in-stock yarns matching these specs are shown above.
How many meters do I need for a sweater?
Meterage depends on size, pattern, and gauge. Follow the yardage in your chosen pattern and make a gauge swatch before buying.