Woodnote DK

Woodnote DK from Baa Ram Ewe blends wool from three breeds: 34% Blue Faced Leicester, 33% Masham and 33% merino, with 223 yards (204 meters) in each 100-gram skein. The blend comes from Yorkshire and makes a springy yarn with natural luster and character.

Each breed brings something different. Blue Faced Leicester is known for sheen and drape, Masham for strength and texture, and merino for softness. Together they give a fabric that's soft enough for next-to-skin wear but has more body and personality than a plain merino. The colors are named after animals like Mouse, Fox, Hare and Toad.

It suits knitters who want a British-breed yarn with more interest than a single-breed wool, for garments and accessories that will age well.

Best for

• Everyday sweaters and cardigans
• Textured or cabled accessories
• Hats, mitts and cowls
• Colorwork with a soft, lustrous look

Working with it

Use US 3–5 needles for 6 stitches per inch. The blend has good spring and holds stitches well, so it's comfortable for cables, twisted stitches and textured patterns. The luster from the longwool content means plain stockinette looks good too. Swatch and wash before measuring, as the blend may relax slightly. Our DK yarn guide explains how DK compares to other weights, and the substitution guide helps if your pattern calls for a different yarn.

Care

The catalog doesn't give care instructions. For an untreated wool blend, hand wash in cool water with a wool wash, avoid agitation, press out the water in a towel and dry flat.