Merino

Knitting for Olive's merino wool comes from sheep bred in Patagonia, where mulesing is not practiced. The wool can be traced directly back to the farm it comes from. In this way, we know exactly which farm, farmers, and sheep made our wool. Merino wool has many excellent properties.  It is temperature-regulating.  That is, the wool keeps our bodies warm in cold weather, and releases heat in warm weather, keeping our skin cool.  At the same time, wool, like silk, can carry moisture away from the skin, and can absorb 30% of its weight without feeling wet. Our merino wool is independently certified to the Responsible Wool Standard (RWS), certified by Control Union, CU 1276494. This yarn is produced in Italy with high respect for animal wellbeing, and with social responsibility. Our spinning mill follows ethical, technical and environmental standards, creating yarns free from harmful chemicals. Wool is also dirt-repellent and requires minimal care.   Fiber Content: 100 % non-mulesed merino wool, Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Weight: Fingering Quantity: 273 yards (250m) / 50g Gauge 28 sts and 38 rows = 10 cm using recommended 3mm Care: Hand-wash in cool water, dry flat