Origin 006 is the heavier Wensleydale, spun to a DK gauge on 3.75mm needles and carrying all the lustre the breed is known for. Where the fine version suits lace, this weight gives you that glossy Wensleydale character in a yarn substantial enough for garments. The curl in the staple means the fabric has a slight halo and a lovely fluidity, and it takes dye with the same clarity as its finer sibling.
Perfect for cardigans, shawls, wraps and outerwear that you want to drape rather than hold rigid. Bear in mind Wensleydale's low elasticity: it hangs magnificently, but avoid designs that rely on tight ribbing to pull in.
- Brand: Bramble & Fleece
- Yarn Weight: DK
- Ball Weight: 100g hank
- Length: 233m (254yds)
- Recommended Needle Size: 3.75mm
- Blend: 100% Wensleydale
- Tension: 21 stitches × 32 rows = 10 × 10cm (3.75mm needles)
- Care: Hand wash and dry flat. Do not bleach or tumble dry. May be dry cleaned.
- Quantity Guide: Allow roughly 5-7 x 100g for an adult cardigan, or 2 x 100g for a large wrap.
Why choose Origin 006?
- Wensleydale lustre and sheen in a garment-weight yarn.
- The curly staple gives a soft halo and exceptional drape.
- Takes dye with real clarity thanks to the fibre's natural shine.
- A rare single-breed base from a British heritage longwool.
- Undyed it is a warm natural white with visible shine.
- Sustainably sourced British fibre, gently spun in Yorkshire.