{"product_id":"dundaga-7-2-merino-wool-dk-149-off-white-natural-10479490990391","title":"RARE FIND: Dundaga 7.2 Merino 100% Yarn, Skeins or Cake, DK Weight, 2-Ply, 235m\/100g (257y\/3.52oz)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"120\" data-end=\"577\"\u003eThis beautifully traditional wool is spun from 100% merino wool sourced from Latvian Merino sheep and processed at the historic Paces Vilnas Fabrika in Latvia, where time-honored methods help preserve the fiber’s natural character. Because no chemical detergents are used in processing, the yarn retains up to 70% of its natural lanolin, giving it warmth, elasticity, gentle bloom, and that special “alive” feeling in the hands while knitting or crocheting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"885\"\u003eUnlike overly processed modern merino, this yarn still feels natural and full of character. It combines the softness of merino with the depth, spring, and warmth of a more traditional wool, making it especially appealing to knitters and crocheters who want softness without losing the beauty of real fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eBecause this 7.2 version is a fuller DK-weight 2-ply rather than a fine lace single ply, it is especially practical for everyday garments and accessories. It creates a fabric with more body, more structure, and more cozy presence right away, while still preserving the softness and natural bloom that make this traditionally processed merino so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1792\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1263\"\u003e▣ Product Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1263\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Paces Vilnas Fabrika, Dundaga, Latvia\u003cbr data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1322\"\u003e• Fiber Content: 100% Merino Wool\u003cbr data-start=\"1355\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003e• Yarn Weight: 7.2, DK\u003cbr data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1383\"\u003e• Construction: 2-Ply\u003cbr data-start=\"1404\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e• Yardage: approx. 235 m \/ 100 g (≈ 257 yd \/ 3.52 oz)\u003cbr data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1463\"\u003e• Spun at: Paces Vilnas Fabrika, Latvia\u003cbr data-start=\"1502\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e• Processing: No chemical detergents used; retains up to 70% natural lanolin\u003cbr data-start=\"1581\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003e• Color Consistency: As with traditionally processed wool, slight variation between skeins or dye lots may occur\u003cbr data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1699\"\u003e• Character: Lanolin-rich, traditionally processed merino with natural bloom and elasticity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1794\" data-end=\"1818\"\u003e⌁ Texture \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003e• Soft, lively, and naturally elastic\u003cbr data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e• Lanolin-rich and comfortably warming\u003cbr data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1902\"\u003e• Fuller 2-ply structure with more body than the lace version\u003cbr data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1966\"\u003e• Softens and opens beautifully after washing and blocking\u003cbr data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003e• Creates fabric with a natural, balanced, and authentic wool feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2479\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2097\" data-end=\"2127\"\u003e⌁ Why This Wool Is Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2127\" data-end=\"2130\"\u003eThis yarn offers something many modern merino yarns no longer do: softness with real fiber character. It is merino, but not in a flat, over-processed way. Instead, it keeps the lively hand, natural warmth, and subtle depth that make traditionally processed wool feel so special while still being gentler and more wearable than rustic heritage yarns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2481\" data-end=\"2793\"\u003eBecause the yarn retains so much of its natural lanolin, it feels warm, springy, and alive in the hands. Finished pieces feel breathable and balanced rather than dry or overly polished. After washing, the strand blooms gently, the fabric relaxes, and the wool becomes even more beautiful in the finished garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"3140\"\u003eAs a DK-weight 2-ply, this yarn is especially practical for sweaters, cardigans, hats, scarves, mittens, baby garments, and cozy everyday knitwear. It gives more immediate body and structure than the lace version, making it especially comfortable for knitters and crocheters who want softness, warmth, and a more versatile all-purpose thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3380\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3179\"\u003e➤ Recommended Needles \u0026amp; Hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3179\" data-end=\"3182\"\u003e• Knitting needles: 3.5 – 4.5 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003e• Crochet hooks: 3.5 – 5.0 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"3246\" data-end=\"3249\"\u003e• Use smaller needles or hooks for denser, more structured fabric\u003cbr data-start=\"3314\" data-end=\"3317\"\u003e• Use larger sizes for softer drape and more relaxed garments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3382\" data-end=\"3399\"\u003e⋔ Perfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3399\" data-end=\"3402\"\u003e• Sweaters and cardigans\u003cbr data-start=\"3426\" data-end=\"3429\"\u003e• Hats, mittens, and cowls\u003cbr data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003e• Scarves and wraps\u003cbr data-start=\"3477\" data-end=\"3480\"\u003e• Baby garments and baby blankets\u003cbr data-start=\"3513\" data-end=\"3516\"\u003e• Vests and layering pieces\u003cbr data-start=\"3543\" data-end=\"3546\"\u003e• Everyday knitwear with natural warmth\u003cbr data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003e• Textured stitches and classic wool garments\u003cbr data-start=\"3633\" data-end=\"3636\"\u003e• Garments worn close to the body when softness and warmth matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"4112\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3705\" data-end=\"3760\"\u003e➤ Especially Loved for Babies \u0026amp; Everyday Warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3760\" data-end=\"3763\"\u003eMany knitters especially appreciate this yarn for baby garments, baby blankets, and everyday knitwear because it creates fabric that feels warm, breathable, and naturally temperature-balancing rather than heavy or overly hot. The lanolin-rich merino has a lively, natural feel and is especially valued for projects where softness and comfort matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4114\" data-end=\"4434\"\u003eThis yarn is also a beautiful choice for people who often feel cold and want knitwear that feels truly warm without becoming bulky or stiff. It works especially well for hats, mittens, scarves, sweaters, vests, and practical winter accessories that help keep the body cozy while still feeling breathable and comfortable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4436\" data-end=\"4969\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4436\" data-end=\"4462\"\u003e⌁ Why This Yarn Excels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4462\" data-end=\"4465\"\u003e• Softness: Merino makes it comfortable and wearable\u003cbr data-start=\"4517\" data-end=\"4520\"\u003e• Warmth: Natural lanolin helps the fiber feel deeply warming\u003cbr data-start=\"4581\" data-end=\"4584\"\u003e• Breathability: Keeps warmth without feeling heavy or stuffy\u003cbr data-start=\"4645\" data-end=\"4648\"\u003e• Elasticity: Natural spring helps fabric stay lively and resilient\u003cbr data-start=\"4715\" data-end=\"4718\"\u003e• Bloom: Softens and opens beautifully after washing\u003cbr data-start=\"4770\" data-end=\"4773\"\u003e• Authenticity: Traditionally processed, real-fiber feel with more character than polished superwash merino\u003cbr data-start=\"4880\" data-end=\"4883\"\u003e• Practicality: DK weight makes it easy to use for everyday garments and accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4971\" data-end=\"5272\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4971\" data-end=\"5010\"\u003e➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5010\" data-end=\"5013\"\u003eFor a fuller and more luxurious fabric, iDOKNiT especially recommends pairing this yarn with fine silk mohair, suri alpaca, or soft brushed alpaca. These companions add halo, loft, and softness while preserving the beauty and natural elasticity of the merino.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5274\" data-end=\"5524\"\u003eFor sweaters, cardigans, hats, and other hand-knit garments, this yarn is already substantial enough to work beautifully on its own, but pairing it with a soft lace companion can create a more cocooning, dimensional fabric for especially cozy pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5526\" data-end=\"5741\"\u003eFor scarves, baby pieces, and winter accessories, combining it with a refined luxury strand can give the fabric even more softness and atmosphere while still keeping the warmth and natural breathability of the wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5743\" data-end=\"5947\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5743\" data-end=\"5763\"\u003e➤ Important Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5763\" data-end=\"5766\"\u003eAlthough this is a soft merino yarn, it is not a slick, flat, heavily processed superwash merino. It has more natural character, more lanolin, and more depth in the finished fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5949\" data-end=\"6213\"\u003eBecause this is a traditionally processed DK-weight wool, the finished fabric will feel more alive, more breathable, and more authentic than highly polished commercial merino yarns. Washing and blocking help the yarn bloom beautifully and reveal its full softness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6215\" data-end=\"6498\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6215\" data-end=\"6262\"\u003e⋔ Estimated Yarn Requirements (approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6262\" data-end=\"6265\"\u003e• Hat: 100 g\u003cbr data-start=\"6277\" data-end=\"6280\"\u003e• Scarf or cowl: 100–200 g\u003cbr data-start=\"6306\" data-end=\"6309\"\u003e• Shawl or wrap: 200–300 g\u003cbr data-start=\"6335\" data-end=\"6338\"\u003e• Baby blanket: 300–500 g\u003cbr data-start=\"6363\" data-end=\"6366\"\u003e• Sweater or cardigan (S–M): 400–500 g\u003cbr data-start=\"6404\" data-end=\"6407\"\u003e• Sweater or cardigan (L–XL): 500–700 g\u003cbr data-start=\"6446\" data-end=\"6449\"\u003e• Oversized sweater or long cardigan: 700–900 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dundaga, Latvia","offers":[{"title":"#149 OFF-WHITE NATURAL - 122 grams","offer_id":51828746289463,"sku":"149-122-DNDG 7.2 MERINO-OFF-WHITE NATURAL-MERINO","price":19.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#149 OFF-WHITE NATURAL - 134 grams","offer_id":51828746748215,"sku":"149-134-DNDG 7.2 MERINO-OFF-WHITE NATURAL-MERINO","price":21.42,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#149 OFF-WHITE NATURAL - 136 grams","offer_id":51828746322231,"sku":"149-136-DNDG 7.2 MERINO-OFF-WHITE NATURAL-MERINO","price":21.74,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#149 OFF-WHITE NATURAL - 138 grams","offer_id":51828746354999,"sku":"149-138-DNDG 7.2 MERINO-OFF-WHITE NATURAL-MERINO","price":22.06,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#149 OFF-WHITE NATURAL - 141 grams","offer_id":51828573339959,"sku":"149-141-DNDG 7.2 MERINO-OFF-WHITE NATURAL-MERINO","price":22.54,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"#149 OFF-WHITE NATURAL - 151 grams","offer_id":51828746256695,"sku":"149-151-DNDG 7.2 MERINO-OFF-WHITE NATURAL-MERINO","price":24.14,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/9054\/5207\/files\/SHOPIFYPOSTS_8.png?v=1774675799","url":"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/products\/dundaga-7-2-merino-wool-dk-149-off-white-natural-10479490990391","provider":"iDOKNiT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}