{"product_id":"speckled-merino-linen-viscose-single-ply-4ply-fingering-weight-hand-dyed-yarn","title":"Speckled Merino Linen Viscose - Single Ply - 4ply \/ Fingering Weight Hand Dyed Yarn","description":"\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eThis yarn brings together the softness and elasticity of \u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003efine merino wool\u003c\/span\u003e with the cooler, more relaxed character of linen. A little viscose adds smoothness and subtle lustre, creating a fingering-weight (borderline sport) yarn that feels light in the hand but has enough substance for beautifully defined stitches.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eThe combination gives the finished fabric a lovely balance of structure and drape. Merino provides softness and gentle bounce, while linen adds breathability and becomes softer with wear. Its single-ply construction gives the yarn a smooth, fluid character, with beautifully defined stitches that retain a slightly relaxed, organic look rather than appearing overly crisp. The plant-derived viscose contributes additional fluidity and a subtle lustre, making this a particularly versatile yarn for garments that you want to move beautifully rather than feel stiff or overly woolly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eOne of the most interesting features of this base is the way it takes colour. The merino absorbs the dye while the linen and viscose remain lighter, creating delicate natural highlights throughout the skein. Once knitted, this gives the fabric a softly heathered, almost tweedy appearance and adds depth even to simple stitch patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eHow it knits up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eThis yarn creates a lightweight, breathable fabric with crisp stitch definition and an elegant drape. It is a lovely choice for lightweight sweaters, cardigans, tops and accessories, particularly pieces designed to be worn across several seasons. Stocking stitch shows off the subtle variation in the base beautifully, while textured stitches remain clean and defined. Linen softens with washing and wear, so the finished fabric will continue to relax and develop over time. For a firmer fabric, 2.5–3.0 mm needles work well, while 3.0–3.5 mm will give a more relaxed fabric with additional drape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eRecommended Needle Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5mm-3.5mm (US 1.5-4)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eFibre:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e76.4% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 12.2% Linen, 11.4% Viscose\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 360m (394yds)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"w6asjq_TextBase _85PZeG_Text\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e 100g (3.52oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can see some swatches of how my yarn \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eknits up here: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"colourways-swatches\" href=\"https:\/\/www.fineleaffibres.com\/pages\/colourways-swatches\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSwatches\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI would be happy to wind your skeins into cakes at no cost, please leave a message at checkout if you'd like that. Otherwise your yarn will be shipped in skeins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI use acid dyes that result in vibrant permanent colours. I recommend to handwash a ready item in cool water with as little movement as possible for best results. Some colours might bleed at first wash.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fine Leaf Fibres","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58635500945740,"sku":null,"price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0611\/2847\/4783\/files\/IMG_0896-2.jpg?v=1788186024","url":"https:\/\/www.fineleaffibres.com\/products\/speckled-merino-linen-viscose-single-ply-4ply-fingering-weight-hand-dyed-yarn","provider":"Fine Leaf Fibres","version":"1.0","type":"link"}