100% wool yarns

Embrace a love of pure, gorgeous wool with these new-to-the-shelf options from top UK spinners

DROPS SNOW

Crafting cosiness just got easier with DROPS Snow, a luxurious single-stranded yarn designed for warmth and comfort. Made from 100% pure wool, this yarn boasts a soft, round, fluffy texture. The wool is completely untreated, preserving its natural properties and ensuring great shape and texture quality. Its extensive colour range spans from serene pastels to vibrant patterns, meaning finding the ideal match has never been easier.

RRP £2 WEIGHT Super chunky BALL 50g/50m NEEDLE 8-9mm CONTENT 100% wool CARE Hand wash only www.garnstudio.com

WOOL AND THE GANG LIL’ CRAZY SEXY WOOL

Meet Lil’ Crazy Sexy Wool! Just like its iconic big sibling, this charming yarn is spun from the same ultra-soft Peruvian wool but with a slightly less chunky feel. Crafted from renewable, biodegradable fibres, this yarn strikes the perfect balance between cosy warmth and breathability. Its stretch ensures a great fit, while its simple care instructions offer longevity for everything it makes.

RRP £8.50 WEIGHT Chunky BALL 100g/80m NEEDLE 8mm CONTENT 100% wool CARE Hand wash only www.woolandthegang.com

NEW LANARK ECRU DK

Ecru DK Yarn is a delightful creation spun from 100% pure new wool. This light and creamy shade, derived from a natural un-dyed blend, captures the rustic charm of the Scottish countryside. Crafted from un-dyed Merino and Zwartbles wool, Ecru offers both durability and softness, making it a versatile choice for all your knitting adventures, whether you’re creating cosy family sweaters or stylish accessories.

RRP £9.90 WEIGHT DK BALL 100g/240m NEEDLE 3-4mm CONTENT 100% wool CARE Hand wash only www.garnstudio.com

KING COLE WILDWOOD CHUNKY

King Cole’s Wildwood Chunky yarn is crafted entirely from 100% recycled wool and comes in an array of earthy tones. Ideal for crafting heavier weight jumpers and cardigans, Wildwood Chunky provides exceptional warmth and insulation, making it perfect for layering during chilly adventures outdoors. Wildwood Chunky is designed specifically for King Cole patterns tailored to this yarn.

RRP £4.99 WEIGHT Chunky BALL 100g/190m NEEDLE 6mm CONTENT 100% wool CARE Hand wash only www.kingcole.com

CLAPDALE WOOL

Created entirely in Yorkshire, from fleeces collected from farms within five miles of their warehouse, is Clapdale Wool. Created as part of a campaign to support farmers, the wool contains wool from Dalesbred, Teeswater, Blue Face Leicester (BFL), North of England Mule and Texel sheep. It’s a beautiful DK weight yarn with a reasonably soft handle and the gorgeous smell of real wool.

RRP £17.95 WEIGHT DK BALL 100g/220m NEEDLE 4mm CONTENT 100% wool CARE Hand wash only www.glencroftcountrywear.co.uk/ clapdale-wool

RICO CREATIVE FUN FELTING WOOL PRINT

This print version of the popular Rico yarn encourages fun. Crafted from 100% mulesing-free wool, Rico’s wool is perfect for a variety of knitting and craft projects. The unfelted tension of 12 stitches and 18 rows in a 10cm square ensures ease of use and versatility, while the felted tension of 16 stitches and 23 rows in a 10cm square promises beautiful results every time.

RRP £3.70 WEIGHT Chunky BALL 50g/50m NEEDLE 8mm CONTENT 100% wool CARE Hand wash only www.rico-design.de