{"product_id":"rare-romanov-6-2-sheep-wool-dk-heritage-yarn-10325073887543","title":"RARE FIND: Dundaga 6.2 ROMANOV SHEEP 100% Natural Rustic Yarn, Skeins or Cake, 2-Ply, Sport Weight, 210m\/100g (230y\/3.52oz)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eA truly rare find for the discerning fiber lover, this exceptional yarn is spun at \u003cstrong data-start=\"398\" data-end=\"439\"\u003ePaces Vilnas Fabrika, Dundaga, Latvia\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong data-start=\"445\" data-end=\"472\"\u003e100% Romanov sheep wool\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most unusual and technically challenging heritage fibers to transform into wearable yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eWhat makes this offering so special is not only the fiber itself, but the fact that it has been successfully spun into a \u003cstrong data-start=\"698\" data-end=\"718\"\u003e6\/2 two-ply yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e. Romanov wool is famous for its distinctive double coat: a softer undercoat and a stronger outer guard hair that grow to nearly the same length. Because these two fiber types are so similar in length, they are especially difficult for mills to separate and spin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eThat is exactly why this yarn is so rare. Most Romanov wool is traditionally used for sheepskin pelts, rugs, and other utilitarian purposes rather than fine spinning. Finding a mill such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1173\" data-end=\"1197\"\u003ePaces Vilnas Fabrika\u003c\/strong\u003e that can professionally spin this remarkable fiber into a wearable knitting yarn is highly unusual — and securing it in limited quantity makes this offering even more exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1705\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003e6\/2 construction\u003c\/strong\u003e gives this Romanov yarn a rounder, stronger, and more stable character than the finer 6\/1 version. It creates a more substantial fabric with greater durability and structure, making it especially well suited for practical cold-weather knitwear, sturdy accessories, and heritage garments meant to last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1707\" data-end=\"2212\"\u003eRich in natural lanolin and washed without chemical detergents, this yarn retains the depth, resilience, and unmistakable old-world character that modern commercial yarns rarely possess. It is not a soft, polished, mass-market wool — and that is precisely its appeal. Romanov wool offers a more refined rusticity: strong, protective, naturally warming, and deeply authentic. In the hands, it feels honest and alive; in the finished fabric, it brings substance, durability, and timeless heritage character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2950\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2235\"\u003e▣ Product Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2235\" data-end=\"2238\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2240\" data-end=\"2257\"\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Paces Vilnas Fabrika, Dundaga, Latvia\u003cbr data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2318\"\u003eFiber Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Romanov Sheep Wool\u003cbr data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2347\" data-end=\"2363\"\u003eYarn Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sport\u003cbr data-start=\"2369\" data-end=\"2372\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2374\" data-end=\"2391\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6\/2 Two Ply\u003cbr data-start=\"2403\" data-end=\"2406\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2420\"\u003eYardage:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 210 m \/ 100 g (230 yd \/ 3.52 oz)\u003cbr data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eFormats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skeins or Cake\u003cbr data-start=\"2493\" data-end=\"2496\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2498\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003eColors Available:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Grey and Dyed Grey\u003cbr data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2551\" data-end=\"2574\"\u003eSpecial Color Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e BRICK and MUSTARD are dyed over natural grey wool, which gives them a beautiful tweed-like depth\u003cbr data-start=\"2671\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2691\"\u003eProcessing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washed without chemical detergents\u003cbr data-start=\"2726\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2745\"\u003eCharacter:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lanolin-rich, rustic, durable heritage wool with natural bloom and strength\u003cbr data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2824\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"2826\" data-end=\"2848\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eColor Consistency:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each small batch shares the same overall color character, though slight natural variation may occur\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"3284\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2952\" data-end=\"2972\"\u003e⌁ Texture \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2972\" data-end=\"2975\"\u003e• Rustic, sturdy, and full of natural character\u003cbr data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3025\"\u003e• Rounder and more stable than the finer 6\/1 version\u003cbr data-start=\"3077\" data-end=\"3080\"\u003e• Naturally warming and protective\u003cbr data-start=\"3114\" data-end=\"3117\"\u003e• Rich in lanolin with a robust, authentic feel\u003cbr data-start=\"3164\" data-end=\"3167\"\u003e• Creates fabric with more body, structure, and durability\u003cbr data-start=\"3225\" data-end=\"3228\"\u003e• Blooms beautifully after washing and gentle blocking\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3534\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3316\"\u003e⌁ Why This Wool Is Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3316\" data-end=\"3319\"\u003eRomanov wool offers something beautifully different from softer, more processed modern yarns. It is a true heritage fiber with real presence: sturdy, warm, practical, and deeply connected to traditional wool-making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3536\" data-end=\"3887\"\u003eBut the real rarity of this yarn lies in the spinning. Romanov fleece is technically difficult to process because of its double-coat structure, and most of this wool is not turned into wearable knitting yarn at all. The fact that \u003cstrong data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3790\"\u003ePaces Vilnas Fabrika\u003c\/strong\u003e has been able to spin it into a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3823\" data-end=\"3843\"\u003e6\/2 two-ply yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e is what makes this offering so exceptional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3889\" data-end=\"4186\"\u003eCompared with the 6\/1 version, this 6\/2 construction offers more body, more cohesion, and a more durable finished fabric. It is especially appealing for makers who want the rare character of Romanov wool in a yarn that feels more practical for garments, accessories, and everyday cold-weather use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4188\" data-end=\"4589\"\u003eBecause it remains rich in natural lanolin, this yarn feels especially protective and warming. It is beautifully suited for projects where durability, authenticity, and natural wool performance matter just as much as appearance. The natural grey base also gives dyed shades extra visual depth, especially in colors like BRICK and MUSTARD, where the grey undertone creates a subtle tweed-like richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4874\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4591\" data-end=\"4624\"\u003e➤ Recommended Needles \u0026amp; Hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4624\" data-end=\"4627\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4629\" data-end=\"4650\"\u003eKnitting needles:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0–4.5 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4661\" data-end=\"4664\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"4666\" data-end=\"4684\"\u003eCrochet hooks:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5–4.5 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4695\" data-end=\"4698\"\u003e• Use \u003cstrong data-start=\"4704\" data-end=\"4718\"\u003e3.0–3.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e for denser hats, mittens, boot socks, slippers, and sturdy garments\u003cbr data-start=\"4786\" data-end=\"4789\"\u003e• Use \u003cstrong data-start=\"4795\" data-end=\"4809\"\u003e4.0–4.5 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e for more open rustic fabric, textured shawls, and outer layers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4876\" data-end=\"5231\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4876\" data-end=\"4893\"\u003e⋔ Perfect For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4893\" data-end=\"4896\"\u003e• Heritage sweaters, cardigans, and vests\u003cbr data-start=\"4937\" data-end=\"4940\"\u003e• Hats, mittens, sturdy cowls, and boot socks\u003cbr data-start=\"4985\" data-end=\"4988\"\u003e• Slippers and durable everyday accessories\u003cbr data-start=\"5031\" data-end=\"5034\"\u003e• Rustic shawls and wraps with more body\u003cbr data-start=\"5074\" data-end=\"5077\"\u003e• Outerwear-style knitwear\u003cbr data-start=\"5103\" data-end=\"5106\"\u003e• Folk-inspired texture and traditional stitch patterns\u003cbr data-start=\"5161\" data-end=\"5164\"\u003e• Makers who love authentic wool character over polished softness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5233\" data-end=\"5526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5233\" data-end=\"5267\"\u003e➤ Especially Valued for Warmth\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5267\" data-end=\"5270\"\u003eRomanov wool is especially prized for the kind of deep, protective warmth that heritage wools are known for. Because of its lanolin-rich, rustic character, it is a beautiful choice for people who are often cold and for projects intended for colder weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5528\" data-end=\"5862\"\u003eThis 6\/2 version is especially well suited for \u003cstrong data-start=\"5575\" data-end=\"5663\"\u003emittens, hats, boot socks, slippers, sturdy cowls, vests, sweaters, and outer layers\u003c\/strong\u003e, where warmth, structure, and durability matter most. For makers in colder climates, it offers the kind of substantial, practical comfort that softer but less protective fibers often cannot provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5864\" data-end=\"6446\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"5864\" data-end=\"5890\"\u003e⌁ Why This Yarn Excels\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"5890\" data-end=\"5893\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"5895\" data-end=\"5906\"\u003eWarmth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creates deeply cozy, protective fabric\u003cbr data-start=\"5945\" data-end=\"5948\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"5950\" data-end=\"5965\"\u003eDurability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Romanov wool is valued for strength and resilience\u003cbr data-start=\"6016\" data-end=\"6019\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"6021\" data-end=\"6035\"\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two-ply construction adds body, stability, and practicality\u003cbr data-start=\"6095\" data-end=\"6098\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"6100\" data-end=\"6123\"\u003eNatural Protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lanolin-rich character gives it a practical, weather-ready feel\u003cbr data-start=\"6187\" data-end=\"6190\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"6192\" data-end=\"6204\"\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beautiful rustic depth with authentic heritage presence\u003cbr data-start=\"6260\" data-end=\"6263\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"6265\" data-end=\"6276\"\u003eRarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very unusual to find Romanov wool professionally spun into a wearable two-ply yarn\u003cbr data-start=\"6359\" data-end=\"6362\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"6364\" data-end=\"6381\"\u003eAuthenticity:\u003c\/strong\u003e A true old-world wool for makers who want real fiber character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6448\" data-end=\"6862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6448\" data-end=\"6487\"\u003e➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"6487\" data-end=\"6490\"\u003eFor buyers who want to preserve the unique character of Romanov wool while making it a little more wearable, iDOKNiT especially recommends pairing it with a \u003cstrong data-start=\"6647\" data-end=\"6667\"\u003efine merino lace\u003c\/strong\u003e for added softness or a \u003cstrong data-start=\"6692\" data-end=\"6713\"\u003elight silk-mohair\u003c\/strong\u003e for extra warmth and halo. These companions can soften the fabric slightly while still allowing the rugged beauty of Romanov wool to remain visible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6864\" data-end=\"7259\"\u003eFor more traditional projects, this yarn can also be used \u003cstrong data-start=\"6922\" data-end=\"6936\"\u003eon its own\u003c\/strong\u003e for sweaters, mittens, slippers, hats, and other hard-wearing items where structure and warmth are part of the appeal. If softness is the priority, pairing it with a gentler companion will create a more comfortable fabric, though it will also soften some of the crisp rustic definition that makes this yarn so distinctive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7261\" data-end=\"7508\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7261\" data-end=\"7281\"\u003e➤ Important Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"7281\" data-end=\"7284\"\u003eThis is a genuinely rustic heritage wool and should not be compared to soft superwash merino or polished commercial sport yarns. Its beauty lies in its strength, lanolin-rich character, natural depth, and old-world presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7510\" data-end=\"7788\"\u003eIts rarity also lies in the fact that this fiber has been successfully spun into a usable two-ply knitting yarn at all. That makes it a special choice for makers who value not only the finished fabric, but also the unusual story and technical achievement behind the yarn itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7790\" data-end=\"8020\"\u003eIf you love authentic wool with structure and purpose, this yarn is very special. If you prefer very soft next-to-skin yarns, it may be better suited to outer layers, sturdy accessories, or projects paired with a softer companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8022\" data-end=\"8340\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"8022\" data-end=\"8069\"\u003e⋔ Estimated Yarn Requirements (approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"8069\" data-end=\"8072\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8074\" data-end=\"8082\"\u003eHat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g\u003cbr data-start=\"8088\" data-end=\"8091\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8093\" data-end=\"8105\"\u003eMittens:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g\u003cbr data-start=\"8111\" data-end=\"8114\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8116\" data-end=\"8143\"\u003eBoot socks or slippers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–200 g\u003cbr data-start=\"8153\" data-end=\"8156\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8158\" data-end=\"8182\"\u003eCowl or small scarf:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–200 g\u003cbr data-start=\"8192\" data-end=\"8195\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8197\" data-end=\"8215\"\u003eShawl or wrap:\u003c\/strong\u003e 200–300 g\u003cbr data-start=\"8225\" data-end=\"8228\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8230\" data-end=\"8239\"\u003eVest:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300–400 g\u003cbr data-start=\"8249\" data-end=\"8252\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8254\" data-end=\"8278\"\u003eSweater or cardigan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500–700 g\u003cbr data-start=\"8288\" data-end=\"8291\"\u003e• \u003cstrong data-start=\"8293\" data-end=\"8328\"\u003eLarger cardigan or outer layer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700–900 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8342\" data-end=\"8549\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"8342\" data-end=\"8365\"\u003e⚑ Care Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"8365\" data-end=\"8368\"\u003e• Hand wash recommended\u003cbr data-start=\"8391\" data-end=\"8394\"\u003e• Cold water and wool wash\u003cbr data-start=\"8420\" data-end=\"8423\"\u003e• Do not wring\u003cbr data-start=\"8437\" data-end=\"8440\"\u003e• Dry flat\u003cbr data-start=\"8450\" data-end=\"8453\"\u003e• Block gently after washing\u003cbr data-start=\"8481\" data-end=\"8484\"\u003e• Natural lanolin and texture are part of this yarn’s character\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dundaga, Latvia","offers":[{"title":"#001 - 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