Patons Valiani is a blend of acrylic and polyester with 20% wool added for warmth. Valiani is really soft with the coloured yarn wrapped around a central metallic core, so it’s not scratchy to wear. Valiani comes in eight shimmering modern metallics, including white, black, navy, cherry red and a rather chic metallic grey.

Patons has developed pattern book 3834 especially for Valiani. The book features 11 new patterns including stylish hats, scarves, a stunning shawl, waistcoats, jumpers and a bolero.

A photo can never quite do this yarn justice… to really appreciate Valiani’s allure, you need to see it in store and see how it gently gleams in the light.