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Bare Fingering Yarn – Merino Superwash / Cotton 50/50 (100 g / 398 m)
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Bare Fingering Yarn – Merino Superwash / Cotton 50/50 (100 g / 398 m)
The bare fingering yarn merino cotton is a versatile base that combines the softness and elasticity of merino superwash with the comfort and lightness of cotton. Its blend of 50% merino superwash and 50% cotton produces a breathable, durable, and pleasant yarn—ideal for summer knits and baby garments. When dyed, the wool absorbs color while the cotton remains lighter, creating a subtle heathered effect.
Technical Specifications
| Type of yarn: | Fingering (4 ply) |
| Ply: | 4 |
| Composition: | 50% Superwash Merino, 50% Cotton |
| Weight: | 100g (3.53oz) |
| Meters per skein: | 398 |
| Yards per skein: | 436 |
Why choose the bare fingering yarn merino cotton base?
- Lightweight & breathable: perfect for knits designed for warmer seasons.
- Softness & elasticity: merino adds comfort and flexibility.
- Strength: cotton reinforces the fiber, making it suitable for everyday wear.
- Heathered effect: subtle contrast after dyeing for an original, natural look.
- Versatility: ideal for lightweight sweaters, baby garments, and summer accessories.
Project Ideas
- Light and breathable sweaters
- Baby garments
- Summer shawls and accessories
- Creative projects highlighting the heathered dye effect
Dyeing Tips
Prepare your skeins with a detergent such as Synthrapol. Also explore our selection of dyes (Jacquard, Ashford, Greener Shades). Note that the merino absorbs color while the cotton retains a lighter shade, creating a beautiful natural heathered effect. See the product photos for an example of this unique result.
Care Instructions
- Washing: hand wash in lukewarm water with a gentle detergent suitable for wool and cotton.
- Drying: lay flat to dry, away from direct sunlight.
- Ironing: not recommended.
Special Offer
Enjoy an additional discount when purchasing 5 skeins or more (automatically applied at checkout). Perfect for your light and comfortable knitting projects!
FAQ
Is this base suitable for beginners in dyeing?
Yes, it’s easy to dye and the heathered effect appears naturally, even for first-time dyers.
Can I use natural dyes?
Yes, this base works with plant-based and natural dyes, though the heathered contrast will be more pronounced since cotton absorbs less dye.
Is it suitable for socks?
It can be used for decorative summer socks but is best suited for lightweight garments and baby knits.
Ready to dye?
Add your skeins to the cart today and create unique, luminous pieces with a soft heathered finish!
To prepare your fibers properly, don't forget the soaps and products that help with preparation. We've written a blog post on one such product, Synthrapol, which will become an essential ally.Jacquard dye
Greener Shades dye
Ashford dye
Dyeing accessories
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