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Elder
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ELDER is our first American grown and custom-milled 100% non-superwash Rambouillet base. All fiber has been grown utilizing sustainable carbon farming practices on a farm that has been raising sheep in Northern California for 150 years. We have partnered with Imperial Yarn to supply us with this climate beneficial wool. Rambouillet have been raised for their larger size and ability to adapt to various climates. They produce a dense but fine wool with a superior, long staple (over 3”). Learn more about our wool here.
This versatile 2-ply yarn ranges from DK to Light Worsted and works up beautifully in textures and simple knits. Elder maintains a soft-hand and creates a squishy, structured yet light-weight fabric. It has quickly become a favorite at RD! Current colorways can be found here.
DK / Light Worsted
100% Rambouillet wool, USA Grown
100 gr / 190 yds / 173 m
Sustainably grown in Northern California
Spun in collaboration with Imperial Yarn
Yarn Characteristics
Squishy
Great stitch definition - ideal for cables and textured stitch patterns
Non-superwash - aids in memory retention of your fabric
Soft-hand with bounciness
Care Instructions
Hand wash in cold water. Lay flat to dry.
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- Page created: January 8, 2019
- Last updated: June 24, 2020 …
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