Chunky Fjolskylda Lopi-Style Yarn | Black

Our lopi-style yarn takes full advantage of our Icelandic sheep's dual-coated fleece. The yarn is not plied, but more like a roving with a slight twist - creating an airier, warmer knit.

Our black lopi-style yarn comes from our ewe Àma and lamb Màni - creating what we are calling Fjölskylda, or family-style yarn. Inky black is laced with white strands and gives the yarn depth. This yarn takes advantage of the strength of the ewe's tog (outercoat) and eliminates some of the pickiness with the softness of the lambswool. Compare our lopi-style with commercial brands!

Length: 100 yards

Gauge
Size 10 needle: 3.5 stitches/inch - 4.5 rows/inch
Size 13 needle: 3 stitches/inch - 4 rows/inch
Size 15 needle: 2.75 stitches/inch - 3.5 rows/inch 

This wool is undyed and in its natural color. Our sheep are raised on a grass-fed diet in Door County, WI. We don't use insecticides on their fleeces.