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Bare Fingering Yarn – Merino Superwash / Donegal Colored NEP 85/15 (100 g / 400 m)
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Bare Fingering Yarn – Merino Superwash / Donegal Colored NEP 85/15 (100 g / 400 m)
The bare fingering yarn merino Donegal NEP is an original base that combines the softness of merino with the rustic charm of Donegal tweed. Made of 85% merino superwash and 15% Donegal NEP, this yarn features tiny colorful flecks that give every project texture and personality. Originating from Ireland, Donegal wool is known for its timeless tweed effect—perfect for warm, characterful creations.
Technical Specifications
| Type of yarn: | Fingering |
| Ply: | 2 |
| Composition: | 85% Superwash Merino, 15% NEP |
| Weight: | 100g (3.53oz) |
| Meters per skein: | 400 |
| Yards per skein: | 438 |
Why choose the bare fingering yarn merino Donegal NEP base?
- Colorful tweed effect: multicolored NEPs add texture and visual interest to your knits.
- Softness & comfort: merino superwash ensures a smooth, supple feel against the skin.
- Durability: a resilient base suitable for accessories and garments alike.
- Creative dyeing: merino absorbs color evenly while the NEPs retain their hue, creating a unique tweed contrast.
- Versatility: ideal for shawls, sweaters, cardigans, and chic rustic accessories.
Project Ideas
- Authentic tweed-style shawls
- Textured sweaters and cardigans
- Original accessories (hats, cowls, scarves)
- Knitting projects with colorful visual texture
Dyeing Tips
Prepare your skeins with a detergent such as Synthrapol. Also explore our selection of dyes (Jacquard, Ashford, Greener Shades). The colorful NEPs do not absorb dye, keeping their vibrant tones and creating a playful multicolor tweed effect after dyeing.
Care Instructions
- Washing: hand wash in lukewarm water with a mild wool detergent.
- 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 tweed-inspired and colorful knitting projects!
FAQ
Is this base suitable for beginners in dyeing?
Yes, it’s easy to use, and the tweed effect with colorful NEPs appears naturally after dyeing.
Can I use natural dyes?
Absolutely. This base works with plant-based and natural dyes, as well as acid dyes.
Is it suitable for socks?
It can be used for decorative socks, but it’s best suited for sweaters, cardigans, and textured accessories.
Ready to dye?
Add your skeins to the cart today and create colorful tweed-style projects with this merino Donegal NEP base!
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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