Yarn Bases

Fingering/Sock Weight

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Bachelor – The softest farm wool you’ve ever felt

Are you looking for an American wool yarn that will do it all? You’re in luck! Bachelor’s soft and bouncy twist will have you itching to cast on as soon as you have it in your hands. With its smooth finish, you’ll want to cast on all the shawls, sweaters, hats and just about anything your heart desires. 

It features:

  • 100 grams/~446 yards
  • 100% U.S. Cormo wool
  • Non-superwash 2-ply yarn
  • Knitting gauge:
    -27-32 stitches per 4 inches
    -Suggested needle size: US 1-3/2.25-3.25 mm
  • Crochet gauge:
    -21-32 sc per 4 inches
    -Suggested hook size: US B-1 to E-4/2.25-3.5 mm
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This base is being replaced with Bachelor. Some OOAKs might still be dyed on this base (listings will note this information).

The Original – You want bouncy?

If your heart belongs to rustic yarn, this soft and bouncy wool will make your heart go pitter-patter. And the best part? It’s grown and milled right here in the U.S., Wyoming, to be exact.

It features:

  • 100 grams/~446 yards
  • 100% U.S. Rambouillet Merino wool
  • Non-superwash 2-ply yarn
  • Knitting gauge:
    -27-32 stitches per 4 inches
    -Suggested needle size: US 1-3/2.25-3.25 mm
  • Crochet gauge:
    -21-32 sc per 4 inches
    -Suggested hook size: US B-1 to E-4/2.25-3.5 mm

DK Weight

Mt. Washington – Beautiful and bouncy, this new base is destined to become a customer favorite.

Featuring:

  • 100 grams/~255 yards
  • 100% U.S. Rambouillet Merino wool
  • Non-superwash 2-ply yarn
  • Knitting gauge:
    -21-24 stitches per 4 inches
    -Suggested needle size: US 5-7/3.75-4.5 mm
  • Crochet gauge:
    -12-17 sc per 4 inches
    -Suggested hook size: US 7 to I-9/4.5-5.5 mm

Worsted Weight

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Broken Top – Light and springy, this new base will have your heart before you finish your first row.

Talk about loft! The squish factor of this yarn makes it a clear choice for sweaters, cowls, warm shawls and hats. This will quickly become your favorite worsted weight base for all those cool weather projects. This rustic yarn has character and you’ll likely enjoy an occasional softly spun section giving your project a bit of straight-from-the-farm appeal!

Featuring:

  • 100 grams/~200 yards
  • 100% U.S. Rambouillet Merino wool
  • Non-superwash 2-ply yarn
  • Knitting gauge:
    -16-20 stitches per 4 inches
    -Suggested needle size: US 7-9/4.5-5.5 mm
  • Crochet gauge:
    -11-14 sc per 4 inches
    -Suggested hook size: US I-9 to K-10.5/5.5-6.5 mm
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This base is being replaced by Broken Top. Some OOAKs may be dyed on this base (listings will note this information).

South Sister – Soft and squishy, it doesn’t get much better than this.

Alpaca gives it a touch of extra softness and a bit of a halo while still allowing for beautiful stitch definition. Try it on your next cable project. You won’t regret it!

Featuring:

  • 100 grams/~200 yards
  • 85% U.S. Rambouillet Merino wool, 15% Alpacas of America
  • Non-superwash 4-ply yarn
  • Knitting gauge:
    -16-20 stitches per 4 inches
    -Suggested needle size: US 7-9/4.5-5.5 mm
  • Crochet gauge:
    -11-14 sc per 4 inches
    -Suggested hook size: US I-9 to K-10.5/5.5-6.5 mm