I carefully select the yarn bases I use based on the key values of my company. In a nutshell, sustainability and eco-consciousness are my main priorities. You can read in much more detail about how and why I chose certain yarns here. If you want to see how the yarns look knit up (or crocheted) you can find some inspiration here.
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The following yarn bases are available:
Merino Lino
85% German Merino wool
15% Linen (country of origin: France)
spun and handdyed with natural dyes in Germany
non-superwash, plastic and mulesing free
400 m (437 yards) per 100 g (3,5 oz)
4ply, 26,5 micron
recommended needle size 2,0 mm – 3,0 mm (US size 0 – 2)
The addition of linen increases the stability of the yarn which makes it perfect for knitting socks. But it can also be used to create garments and accessories.
Classic Sock DK
100% organic German Merino wool
sourced, spun and handdyed with natural dyes in Germany
non-superwash, plastic and mulesing free
250 m (273 yards) per 100 g (3,5 oz)
3ply, 28-31 micron
recommended needle size 2,5 – 3,5 mm (US size 1 – 4)
Due to the climatic conditions in Germany the wool from German merino sheep is not as soft as Australian merino. It is a rustic and durable yarn which is perfect for knitting socks. It can also be used for accessories and garments.
If you are not used to knitting with non-superwash yarns with a more rustic touch, I recommend that you try out Luster Sock DK first. The Classic Sock DK base can seem scratchy if you are sensitive and used to knitting with yarns with a lower micron count.
Luster Sock DK
100% organic German Merino wool
sourced, spun and handdyed with natural dyes in Germany
non-superwash, plastic and mulesing free
250 m (273 yards) per 100 g (3,5 oz)
8ply, 26,5-27 micron
recommended needle size 2,0 – 3,0 mm (US size 0 – 2)
This yarn is durable but soft and has a drape and subtle sheen to it, which makes is not only suitable for socks but also for accessories and garments.
Merino Sport
100% organic German Merino wool
sourced, spun and handdyed with natural dyes in Germany
non-superwash, plastic and mulesing free
300 m (328 yards) per 100 g (3,5 oz)
2ply, 28-31 micron
recommended needle size 2,5 – 3,5 mm (US size 1 – 4)
The yarn is woolen spun which produces a lofty, airy yarn that has a remarkable warmth and lightness to it. Suitable for knitting cozy accessories and garments. Due to the climatic conditions in Germany the wool from German merino sheep is not as soft as Australian merino.
Coburg Fox
100% organic Coburg Fox wool
sourced, spun and handdyed with natural dyes in Germany
non-superwash, plastic and mulesing free
300 m (328 yards) per 100 g (3,5 oz)
2ply
recommended needle size 2,5 – 3,5 mm (US size 1 – 4)
The undyed yarn has a characteristic light golden colour. It is woolen spun which produces a lofty, airy yarn that has a remarkable warmth and lightness to it. Suitable for knitting cozy accessories and garments.
Do you want to give knitting with sustainable, all natural sock yarn a try?
In this free guide you will learn everything you need to know about knitting sturdy socks with plastic-free, all natural sock yarn.
