Onion No.3 Organic Wool+Nettles
Material: 70% organic wool, 30% nettle fibres
Weight/length: 50 g = approx 160 metres
Recommended needles: 3.00 mm
Tension: 10 x 10 cm = 24 sts x 34 rows
Care: Hand wash, max 30°C / Do not tumble dry / Do not iron or bleach
- Buy 5 and more for £ 5.40 for each
- Buy 7 and more for £ 5.10 for each
- Buy 10 and more for £ 4.90 for each
Onion No.3 Organic Wool+Nettles
Onion No.3 Organic Wool+Nettles is a light and durable yarn made from organic wool and nettle fibres. The yarn has a beautiful stitch definition and a natural marled effect.
Usage
Suitable for socks as well as garments for adults, children and babies. Ideal for projects where durability and comfort are important.
Product benefits
- Durable: Nettle fibres significantly increase the yarn's durability
- Natural sheen: Gives a subtle pearlescent shimmer
- Organic: Contains organic wool
Tips for use
Use the yarn for socks or light garments to make the most of its durability. Combine it with other qualities for interesting texture. Suitable for both knitting and crochet.
Why choose this yarn?
A strong and light natural yarn with a unique look and practical qualities for everyday use.
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My first time knitting with nettle fibers. I wanted to try the yarn as we grow a few in our garden and I would like to have a go at spinning them. The yarn is lovely and soft, and no one guessed that the resulting socks contained the stinging beasts, obviously without the stings. I did knit them a little small as I accidentally popped them in the washing machine at 30 degrees with other things. The subsequent felting, lots of time spent stretching them out again, made them great for walking socks and I would definitely make them 10% larger and felt them on purpose next time for hiking and walking around the house without slippers. I also love the Burnt Orange colour.
