Australian Superfine Merino 8 Ply | Dark Grey
Australian Superfine Merino 8 Ply | Dark Grey
Cleckheaton
Australia’s premium quality hand knitting brand, Cleckheaton, leads the industry with its flagship line of Australian Superfine Merino.
The wool is sourced from a select group of Australian superfine Merino wool growers, and after processing is dyed and milled all right here in Australia.
A unique S-on-S ply construction preserves the softness of the super-fine Merino fibres and produces a delightfully round yarn perfect for defined stitches and cable details.
We would confidently argue that no other yarn in Australia compares to Cleckheaton’s ultra-fine hand-feel, bouncy texture, and extraordinary quality.
Reserve this yarn for luxe designer pieces and heirloom worthy gifts, or just for whenever inspiration strikes.
COLOURWAYS
THE YARN
FIBRE CONTENT: 100% Australian Superfine Merino Wool
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: DK / 8 Ply
NET WEIGHT: 65g (2.3oz)
APPROX. YARDAGE: 133m (145yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, plied S-on-S
ORIGIN: Sourced, dyed and milled in Australia
CARE: Hand wash or gentle machine wash
GAUGE
KNITTING
22 stitches over 10cm, 4mm needles
(5.5 stitches per inch, US size 6 needles)
CROCHET
14 stitches over 10cm, 5mm hook
(3.5 stitches per inch, US size H-8 hook)
WEAVING FOR YARDAGE
6-10epi (24-40 ends / 10cm)
PLEASE NOTE: The gauge information above is intended as guidance. We always recommend you swatch to determine a configuration that results in the ideal fabric and hand feel for your project.
PROJECT SUGGESTIONS
Cleckheaton’s Australian Superfine Merino 8 Ply is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on RAVELRY.
FINISHING
To block or wash your piece, prepare a bath of tepid water and if desired add a few drops of mild detergent or wool wash. Immerse the finished piece and soak for up to 10 minutes. Carefully lift the piece from the water and allow to drain. Gently remove excess water by pressing the fabric between layers of a dry towel. Lay flat to dry.
ABOUT CLECKHEATON
Cleckheaton began its Australian history in 1948, when the Cleckheaton Yorkshire mill, together with managers and mill hands, were transported 20,000 kilometres to Shepparton, Victoria. Cleckheaton has since earned the status as Australia’s premium quality hand knitting brand.
IMPORTANT NOTES
We have done our best to represent the colour and texture of this product as accurately as possible. Please note that some devices may display colours differently than intended.
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