Dundaga 6.1 Merino 30% Wool 70% Yarn, Skeins or Cake, Fingering Weight, Single Ply, 420m/100g (459y/3.52oz)

This traditional Latvian yarn is spun from a beautiful blend of 70% Latvian sheep wool and 30% Latvian merino wool, combining the natural strength and character of local wool with the softer touch and elasticity of merino. Spun and dyed in Latvia, Europe, this single-ply fingering yarn has an authentic woolen feel, gentle liveliness in the strand, and the kind of natural depth that makes handmade fabric feel rich, warm, and full of character.

Unlike overly polished modern yarns, this blend keeps a more natural personality. The Latvian sheep wool brings structure, resilience, and classic woolen warmth, while the Latvian merino softens the hand and adds balance. The result is a yarn that feels traditional, honest, and beautifully suited for knitters and crocheters who appreciate real-fiber texture with added softness.

▣ Product Details
• Manufacturer: Paces Vilnas Fabrika, Dundaga, Latvia
• Fiber Content: 70% Latvian sheep wool, 30% Latvian merino wool
• Yarn Weight: Fingering / Sock
• Structure: Single ply (6/1)
• Yardage: approx. 420 m / 100 g (459 yd / 3.52 oz)
• Skein Weight: Varies — each skein is listed with its approximate weight and price
• Origin: Spun and dyed in Latvia, Europe
• Character: Traditional woolen character with added softness from merino
• Finish: Natural-looking strand with soft bloom and rustic-refined depth

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Softly rustic, warm, and lively in the hands
• Balanced feel with both structure and softness
• Fine single-ply strand with gentle bloom
• Creates fabric with natural depth and an authentic wool character
• Softens beautifully after washing and blocking

⌁ Why This Wool Is Special
This yarn offers the beauty of traditional Latvian wool with a gentler, more wearable hand thanks to the addition of Latvian merino. It has the kind of natural presence many wool lovers are looking for: not flat, not overly processed, and not lifeless. Instead, it feels genuine, warm, and full of movement.

The sheep wool gives the yarn body, durability, and classic woolen charm, while the merino helps create a softer and more comfortable finished fabric. Because of that balance, this yarn works especially well for makers who want warmth, authenticity, and texture without giving up all softness.

As a fingering-weight single ply, it is a beautiful choice for accessories, lightweight garments, textured knitting, and projects where you want the finished piece to feel natural, breathable, and rich in fiber character.

⋔ Perfect For
• Shawls and wraps
• Scarves, cowls, and fine accessories
• Socks with a more traditional wool feel
• Lightweight sweaters and cardigans
• Hats, mittens, and everyday layering pieces
• Textured knitting and simple stitch patterns
• Colorwork projects with natural depth
• Garments for those who love authentic wool character

⌁ Why This Yarn Excels
• Warmth: The wool-rich blend creates naturally cozy fabric
• Balance: Sheep wool adds character, merino adds softness
• Breathability: Warm without feeling dense or heavy
• Texture: Beautiful natural depth in both strand and fabric
• Elasticity: Lively structure that works well in handmade garments
• Authenticity: A true woolen feel with a more refined hand than fully rustic yarns

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
For a softer, fuller, or more elevated fabric, iDOKNiT especially recommends pairing this yarn with fine silk mohair, brushed alpaca, or a soft lace-weight merino companion. These pairings can add halo, loft, and extra softness while preserving the beautiful natural structure of the Latvian wool blend.

For sweaters, cardigans, hats, and colder-weather accessories, this yarn can also work beautifully held double for more body and warmth. For shawls and wraps, pairing it with a finer companion can create a softer, more cocooning fabric with added visual depth.

⋔ Estimated Yarn Requirements (approximate)
• Small scarf or cowl: 100 g
• Shawl: 100–200 g
• Large wrap: 200–300 g
• Hat: 100 g
• Mittens: 100 g
• Lightweight sweater or cardigan: 300–500 g
• Larger sweater or long cardigan: 500–700 g

⚑ Care Instructions
• Hand wash recommended
• Cold water and wool wash
• Do not wring
• Dry flat
• Block gently to open the fabric and even the stitches