Uncommon Thread BFL Sport/Light DK
Pattern ideas: This yarn is used in our Loop pattern Mignon and in a beautiful design, with Libby Jonson, 'Zabadoo'
In 50 colours at Loop, including our special colour 'Turbillion'.
100% British Bluefaced Leicester. This yarn can be used for patterns that call for either Sport or DK weight yarn. Smooth, soft, and lustrous, Bluefaced Leicester is a strong, resilient yarn that can be worn right next to the skin. It’s perfect for baby items, shawls, garments, and socks.
Fiber Content:
100% Wool BFL
Weight:
Sport / 5 ply
Meterage/Yardage
246 yards(225 meters)
Unit Weight
100 grams (3.53 ounces)
Gauge:
This can be knit as a DK or Sportweight depending on the needle size.
Needle size
US 4 - 7 or 3.5 - 4.5mm
Texture
smooth, plied
Please note that as this is a hand-dyed yarn, each skein is unique. We recommend striping alternate skeins when using more than one in order to achieve a more natural gradation.
We always recommend handwashing to prolong the life of your knitwear.
Loop also stocks The Uncommon Thread's Tough Sock, BFL Singles and Lush Worsted yarns.