Seaside Romance - Extra Fine Merino/Worsted-Aran Weight Base

Introducing a new base for the very first time, our Extra Fine Superwash Merino Wool is a 4 ply Worsted/ Aran weight with 219 yards!  It is so very soft and lovely, with a micron count of 19!

Extra Fine Merino Wool has the softness, warmth and quality you would expect with luxury yarns.  This base has beautiful stitch definition, so much so, that I have put some aside for a sweater for myself!  It’s quite a lovely shade, standing on its own, or alongside the other bases in this Collection.    As you can see in the photos, these skeins are a deeper shade of pink, in comparison to the other four bases in this Collection.  We thought we would keep it in this Collection, to show how, using the same recipe with natural dyes, can deliver a different depth of color on very, similar bases.   It’s quite a lovely shade, and adds a slight boldness alongside the other bases!   Please note that this base, in my opinion, is thinner than our other Worsted/ Aran weight base.  ** The first five photos above were taken in “natural sunlight” and to the best of my ability show the true nature of this lovely color.  In the 5th and 7th photo, the Fine Extra Merino is on the right, and is intended to try and show the difference between the color way on different bases.**

When trying to come up with a name for this Collection all I kept thinking of was romance, flowing, light pink dresses and fresh, light pink peonies, blowing in the seaside wind.  Hence the name came to me.  It’s everything we always wanted to achieve in a light pink natural dye, and is certainly the color we wanted to showcase in our very first, complete, color Collection.  We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!  

Extra Fine Merino Wool is a 100% natural and renewable sustainable resource.  It is also biodegradable, organic and environmentally friendly.  

Recent studies have proven that Extra Fine Merino Wool garments worn next to the skin are a natural remedy against eczema.  They act as a second skin and stabilize the “humidity level and the micro climate of the skin surface.” They are proven to reduce symptoms such as redness, itch and rush especially in those who suffer from dermatological conditions.  

Wonderful projects for our Extra Fine, Merino Wool would be hats, mittens, scarves, sweaters, and children’s garments.  The possibilities are honestly endless!  

We suggest using a US 6/8 Knitting Needles and a size H Crochet Hook.  (This is only a suggestion, everyone’s tension varies, please use what is the most comfortable for you!) 

All of Sand Castles and Sea Shells Yarns are certified mulesing free.  

As with all naturally hand dyed yarns, we recommend hand washing your finished piece, using a PH Balanced Soap such as Mrs. Myer’s Clean Day Lavender Laundry.

You may see “shadows” in some photos.  We have chosen to leave these on the website because they show the truest color of the yarn.  Please remember each monitor is different and colors may vary from screen to screen.  Should you want another photo, please reach out to us and we will be happy to help you!