Bring your knitting to life with New Zealand Merino Prints DK, a premium 100% NZ Merino wool that combines world-class fiber quality with stunning variegated colorways. This self-patterning yarn is designed to do the hard work for you, creating beautiful shifts in tone and texture as you knit or crochet.
Premium NZ Quality meets Playful Design
Known globally for its superior quality, New Zealand Merino is exceptionally soft, breathable, and resilient. The "Prints" collection takes this high-performance fiber and adds a vibrant twist:
Self-Patterning Effects: The clever variegated dye effect creates an effortless "printed" look, making even simple stockinette stitch look intricate and professional.
Next-to-Skin Comfort: Because it’s 100% Merino, this yarn is incredibly soft and non-itchy—ideal for baby blankets, children’s sweaters, and cozy accessories.
Easy Maintenance: Designed for modern life, this wool is machine washable, ensuring your handmade heirlooms remain beautiful through everyday wear.
The Ultimate All-Rounder
As a standard 8-ply / DK weight yarn, New Zealand Merino Prints is incredibly versatile. It provides excellent stitch definition and a smooth finish, making it a reliable choice for everything from winter beanies to lightweight cardigans.
Product Specifications
Fiber Content: 100% New Zealand Merino Wool
Yarn Weight: DK / 8-Ply
Ball Weight: 50g
Yardage: Approximately 138m (151yds)
Needle Size: 3.25mm – 4.0mm (US 3–6)
Tension: 22 stitches and 30 rows per 10cm (4")
Care: Mild machine wash, dry flat, cool iron