heavy merino
artichoke purple
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yarns by knitting for olive
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Heavy Merino from Knitting for Olive is aran weight merino that doesn't behave like most merino. Without superwash treatment, it retains the natural elasticity and character of the wool: meaning better stitch definition, more texture, and a fabric that has genuine presence rather than the uniform softness superwash can produce. It's an excellent choice for cables, textured stitches, and sweaters where you want the knitting to do the talking. Hand wash and dry flat; the lack of superwash treatment means it will felt if agitated in hot water, but treated well it's a very rewarding yarn to work with.
indulgent fibres with excellent manners
Heavy merino is a yarn that we would categorize as a polite hedonist. A polite hedonist loves luxury but keeps its manners. These yarns are made from indulgent fibres that feel wonderful to work with and create soft, wearable fabrics: luxury that behaves itself beautifully.
Still worth a proper introduction: swatch before committing, especially when substituting. And when it comes time to wash, treat finished pieces gently so the fibres can stay at their best.
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yarn details:
- fibre composition
- 100% merino wool
- meterage / yardage
- 125 meters / 137 yards
- unit weight
- 50 grams / 1.8 oz.
- format
- ball
- yarn weight category
- aran
- suggested stitch tension
- 18–20 sts / 10 cm (4 in)
- recommended needles
- 4.50 mm (US 7) - 5.50 mm (US 9)
- care instructions
- hand wash, dry flat
- recommended uses
- children's items, shawls, hats, mittens & scarves, sweaters & garments
- country of origin
- Italy
yarn questions:
How should I care for this yarn?
This yarn should be cared for as follows: hand wash,
dry flat.
What is this yarn suitable for?
This yarn is recommended for children's items,
shawls,
hats, mittens & scarves,
sweaters & garments.
What yarn weight is this?
This yarn is classified as aran weight.
What needle size works best for this yarn?
Recommended needles: 4.50 mm (US 7) - 5.50 mm (US 9).
Which knitting stitch patterns work best with this yarn?
Heavy merino will give excellent results with the following stitch patterns: textured stitches, cables, and simple constructions.
How do I make a basic gauge swatch for this yarn?
Using 4.50 mm (US 7) - 5.50 mm (US 9) needles (or whatever your pattern recommends), cast on 10 stitches. Knit 6 rows. Repeat the following 2 rows until the work measures 3":
- knit 3, purl to the last 3 stitches, knit 3
- knit all stitches
Knit 6 more rows and cast off. Wash and block using the same method you will use for the finished item. Measure and count your gauge across the middle stitches of the swatch.
return policy
This item is eligible for refund or exchange within 30 days of the purchase date. All returned items must be accompanied by their receipt or order number, and must be unopened, unused, and in salable condition for a return or exchange to be considered. We do not accept full or partial returns on items that were special ordered.
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