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.