Heavenly soft, light and airy! The chain construction means this base has the weight of a super chunky yarn, but yet the yardage of a chunky yarn.
Extra fine (19.5 micron) merino is used for these yarns. It feels soft and gentle against the skin. These yarns are worsted spun from extra long staple fibres to produce a yarn that is fine and strong with a silky feel.
The main factor determining the quality of merino wool is its softness which depends upon the fineness of the fibres. This yarn uses extra fine merino (19.5 microns) which is some of the finest commercially available for hand dyers. This results in a super soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.
100% Superwash Merino Wool Yarn (19.5 microns)
Superchunky weight, chain construction
109 yards / 100g
Suggested Needle/Hook Sizes and Gauge:
Needle Size 8-12.75 mm (US 11 - 17) needles and M-Q hook
Gauge Range (stocking stitch): 7-11 stitches to 10cm (4 inches)
Care Instructions:
Hand wash using a wool detergent, ideally below 30°C, avoid wringing and twisting. Dry flat out of direct sunlight, do not spin or tumble dry.
The wool used in this yarn is ethically produced from sheep that have NOT been mulesed.
