Types of Yarn. Merino Wool.

Hello, my friends!

Today, I'll tell you about one of my favorite types of yarn - Merino wool.

Merino Wool Yarn is very popular in extreme knitting. Knitting big chunky items. It also comes from sheep, but only from a specific breed, called the Merino Sheep.

This wool is special because it’s very soft and doesn’t cause allergic reactions. Merino Wool knitted fabric keeps its shape well when blocked. Merino can create little fuzzballs known as ‘pilling,’ which can be a little annoying.

If you have a chance to use Merino wool, though, such as Cascade Yarn – 100% Superwash Merino Wool, go for it!

Ideal for: Merino Wool is great for making winter woolies for that special someone. Jumbo Merino Yarn is the type for extreme knitting.

Fun Fact

Merino Wool fibers can withstand being bent back on themselves 20,000 times without breaking!