100% Bluefaced Leicester yarn, approx 100g. This yarn is a lightweight Aran, similar to a 10ply.

Bluefaced Leicester wool is unique to the British Isles. Often referred to as 'poor man's cashmere' Bluefaced Leicester yarn is said to be the finest commercial 'Lustre' Wool in the world. Due to extensive grading during processing this yarn is unbelievably soft, similar in character to high quaility Mohair and Alpaca. This yarn is dense, very soft, low pilling and hard wearing. This yarn is especially soft and lofty compared to other brands of Bluefaced Leicester, knitting with this yarn is pure luxury!

Approximate tensions: 16-20 stitches per 10cm on 4.5 – 5mm needles.

This yarn has been lovingly hand dyed, using the kettle dye method.

Price is per skein with an approximate weight of 100g and 167m.