Blended from four British sheep breeds for unique texture and color variation
Available in 30 colors in 25g balls for versatile project options
Fingering weight 4-ply construction ideal for fairisle and stranded colorwork
Hand-dyed in Devon, England for artisanal quality
Soft, durable, and easy-care wool suitable for a range of knitting and crochet projects
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The wonderful British Breeds yarn is the perfect yarn for Fairisle and stranded colour work knitting. The melange effect of the colours help produce the beautiful Fairisle patterns synonymous with Marie Wallin designs.
British Breeds is a 100% Wool yarn blended from 4 different British sheep breeds and available now in 30 colour
Fiber Content
100% wool, blended from Bluefaced Leicester, Exmoor Horn, Romney, and Zwartbles
Yarn Weight
Fingering (4-ply)
Length
25 g per ball
Length per ball
83 m (93 yds)
Recommended Needle Size
3.25 mm (US 3)
Gauge
26 stitches per 34 rows (10 cm) with 3.25 mm needles
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This yarn is exquisite and I can’t wait to start knitting!
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Phyllis · February 6, 2026
Gorgeous yarn in scrumptious colours with a heart warming sheepy smell. Patterns are so beautiful and I cant wait to get these on my needles ☺️