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Handspun Hope

Organic Merino Wool Yarn, Rich Cosmos

Regular price $32.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $32.00 USD
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The wool from our own flock of Merino sheep is triple-washed before the ladies of Handspun Hope begin creating yarn using the age-old craft of spinning with only wheels and hand tools. 

Please note, due to the characteristic of natural fibers, actual color may vary slightly between skeins. We recommend alternating skeins during knitting.  Hand wash, lay flat to dry in shade, and do not iron.

Handspun Hope is a sustainable brand committed to ethically-sourced materials and minimal environmental impact. Our sheep receive meticulous 24-hour care so they will continue producing quality fleeces for the ladies working for Handspun Hope. 

This project gives over 200 women, most of them widows and orphaned survivors of the Genocide against the Tutsi, dignified employment. Handspun Hope is a certified member of the Fair Trade Federation, which guarantees fair wages and working conditions for the artisans.

Bulky and Super Bulky is on sale! Buy two and get a third, plus a Kitenge project bag... FREE! No coupon required. Discount applied at checkout and a Kitenge bag will automatically be added to your order! Bags vary in pattern and color... we will choose a good one for you!

DK #3

  • Approx 100 gm / 3.53 oz
  • Approx 158 m / 173 yds
  • Knit US 6 / 4 mm 
  • Crochet G-6 US / 4 mm
  • 23 sts = 4 in or 10 cm

Worsted #4

  • Approx 100 grams / 3.53 oz
  • Approx 121 m / 123 yds
  • Knit US 8 / 5 mm 
  • Crochet J-10 US / 5 mm
  • 17 sts = 4 in or 10 cm

 Bulky #5

  • Approx 100 gm / 3.53 oz
  • Approx 55 m / 60 yds
  • Knit US 10 / 6 mm
  • Crochet US 10 / 6 mm
  • 12 sts = 4 in or 10 cm

Super Bulky #6

  • Approx 100 gm / 3.53 oz
  • Approx 46 m / 50 yds
  • Knit US 13 / 9 mm
  • Crochet US M/N-13 / 9 mm
  • 8 sts = 4 in or 10 cm