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Bluefaced Leicester - DK Weight

$40.00 USD
$40.00 USD
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Assemble a harmonious colour palette for your next project by selecting 3 skeins to enjoy The Curator's Price.

At the standard price, the total cost of 3 skeins is:
3 skeins x $45 = $135

With The Curator's Price, you'll pay:
3 skeins x $40 = $120 (a savings of $15)

How to get The Curator's Price?

  • Choose any 3 hand-dyed skeins from among our 13 colourways
  • You can mix and match available colourways
  • Your specialty price will be automatically added at checkout

-- ALL COLOURWAYS ARE DYED-TO-ORDER --

  • Fibre: 100% Untreated Bluefaced Leicester Wool
  • Yardage: 280 yds / 256 m
  • Weight: 115g / 4oz
  • Yarn Weight: DK

Description

Bluefaced Leicester (aka 'BFL') is a British sheep breed with long, lustrous wool.  Considered a luxury fibre, this wool is renowned for both its softness and strength making it a favourite among fibre enthusiasts.

Our BFL wool is 100% untreated - the wool has not been chemically treated so the fibre is structurally intact, so your garments don't stretch and distort over time.

    Benefits

    • next-to-skin soft; suitable for babies and sensitive skin types
    • BFL fibre is not chemically treated so your finished garment will retain its shape with proper laundering, storage and care.
    • great stitch definition
    • resistant to pilling

    Care Instructions

    • Hand wash separately in lukewarm water using a wool-safe detergent.
    • Gently squeeze excess water (do not wring).  Dry flat. 
    • Do not bleach or iron.  Store out of direct sunlight.
    • NOTE: Some deeply saturated colourways may release a trace of excess dye during the first wash.  This is normal and does not affect the long-term colourfastness of the yarn.

    Colour Variation

    • Due to the nature of hand-dyeing, our solid colourways may have slight tonal variations within the skein; this is inherent with hand-dyeing and adds character to the skein.
    • No dye batch is exactly the same.  There may be slight variations in saturation between batches.
    • The colour saturation may differ between yarn bases depending on its fibre composition because different fibres absorb dye at different rates. For example, merino wool will absorb dyes faster and achieve deeper colour compared to silk.
    • Colors may appear different on-screen versus in-person due to computer screen/monitor resolution.

    100% Non-Superwash Wool, Never Chemically Treated.

    We use untreated wool so the fibre retains its natural structure. This helps your finished garments hold their shape, rather than stretching or losing form over time.

    Hand-Dyed in Toronto

    Hand crafted in small batches, never mass produced. Each skein is like a high-quality canvas upon which we skillfully "paint" rich, vibrant colours and variegated patterns that you'll be proud to curate as part of your collection of yarn.

    • 100% Non-Superwash Wool

      Handmade garments continue to hold their shape with frequent washing and wear.

    • Small-Batch Colourways

      Dyed-to-order minimizes waste and produces an artisanal quality that can't be replicated at scale.

    • Limited Colour Series

      Limited edition colourways provide rare skeins so your yarn stash stays distinctive.

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    Product FAQ

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What’s the difference between superwash and non-superwash wool?

    Untreated wool has scales. When wool is exposed to moisture, heat and agitation (like during the washing process) the heat causes the scales to open up. Superwash wool is chemically processed to remove the fibre's natural scales, making it easier to wash — but often causing garments to stretch or lose structure over time.

    Non-superwash wool behaves more naturally, offering:

    • better elasticity
    • improved shape retention
    • a more traditional wool feel

    Will this yarn felt or shrink?

    Garments made with non-superwash wool can felt if exposed to moisture, heat and agitation. For best results:

    • hand wash in cool water with Eucalan Wool Wash
    • avoid agitation
    • lay flat to dry

    How does the yarn feel to work with?

    This yarn is smooth, consistent, and easy to work with. Makers often notice:

    • minimal snagging or splitting
    • smooth tension while knitting or crocheting
    • clean stitch definition