{"title":"DK Weight Yarns","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThese are our undyed DK weight yarns. You can filter them by fibre content and other useful attributes. DK weight yarns have a yardage between 212m and 250m per 100g.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wool-cotton-dk","title":"49202 Wool Cotton DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is such a lovely yarn base. The blend of cotton and wool creates a velvety, soft yarn with a matt finish. We would recommend acid dyes for this yarn, bearing in mind that the cotton will not take the dye. This means that colours remain soft and muted, and the resulting effect is delightful. Colours and speckles will spread gently. An absolute dream of a summer yarn, this is perfect for lightweight, cool garments. The fabric shows stitch patterns really clearly and this should be exploited.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56833957495166,"sku":"49202","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49202_undyed.jpg?v=1768911898"},{"product_id":"highland-dk","title":"49203 Highland DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eProbably our toothiest DK, this is a plump, robust, woolly, wool yarn. The yarn takes the dye well and sucks up colour especially well for a non-superwash. The colours do appear a little more muted than on a superwash yarn. The resulting knitted fabric is crisp with a lovely stitch definition. This yarn is great for colourwork, hence we have this base in 50g and 20g minis, as well as the standard 100g skeins. The fabric keeps its shape exceptionally well when knitted.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56833963491710,"sku":"49203","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 50g SKEINS","offer_id":56833963524478,"sku":"49203A","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56833963557246,"sku":"49203M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49203_undyed.jpg?v=1768912096"},{"product_id":"ultra-dk","title":"49204A Ultra DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is one of our classic yarns – it’s a firm favourite with customers. With its even twist, this base is pleasingly plump. It takes the dye really well and colours appear bright and clear. The yarn speckles well too. The resulting knitted fabric is soft and has a lovely drape to it. This is a great all-rounder for sweaters and accessories alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56833971159422,"sku":"49204A","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 50g SKEINS","offer_id":56833971192190,"sku":"49204C","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56833971224958,"sku":"49204M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49204A_undyed.jpg?v=1768912291"},{"product_id":"upcycled-ultra-dk","title":"49204AU Upcycled Ultra DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpcycled Merino is Merino fibre that has been re-blended from multiple spin runs at the mill. It is collected together, re-combed and made into a yarn. This fibre would otherwise be wasted. Upcycled Ultra DK is sometimes slightly more cream than the equivalent non-upcycled yarn. The texture is also slightly more velvety than standard Ultra DK. It takes the dye well, although colours may be a tiny bit more muted. This yarn speckles well and creates a lovely, soft fabric with a nice drape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56833977614718,"sku":"49204AU","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49204AU_undyed.jpg?v=1768912481"},{"product_id":"pima-air-dk","title":"49206 Pima Air DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a gorgeously soft, cotton yarn. It is velvety and plump, with a soft twist, making it squishier than our other cotton yarns. The yarn takes the dye really nicely. For the best colour uptake, \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003esee notes on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-cellulose-yarns\" title=\"Dyeing Cellulose Fibres\"\u003edyeing cellulose fibres\u003c\/a\u003e. We recommend Procion MX, fibre-reactive or natural dyes for this yarn. We think this would make a wonderful woven fabric, but care would need to be taken using it as a warp, as it is softly spun and continued friction may make the fibres fluff up.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834024898942,"sku":"49206","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49206_undyed.jpg?v=1768913376"},{"product_id":"organic-merino-dk","title":"49207 Organic Merino DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a contender for the nicest non-superwash base! Although the Merino fibre is 26.5 micron, it feels a lot softer. The yarn takes the dye well and colours appear bright and clear. Speckles spread softly, although you can get some good effects with a little more effort. The resulting fabric is glorious. It has neat stitch definition and would work well for colourwork. This is a superb sweater yarn and it would also be perfect for hats and accessories to keep your customers toasty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834059829630,"sku":"49207","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49207_undyed.jpg?v=1768913803"},{"product_id":"mcn-dk","title":"49208 MCN DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhat a delight! This yarn is super-soft and velvety in both the skein and the fabric, with just a glimmer of shine. This luxury blend takes colours really well, and they remain bright and clear. Speckles work well too. The twist on this yarn makes a fabulously warm fabric, with a wonderful drape on 3.75mm needles. The twist also creates a clean and neat stitch definition. This would make amazing accessories and sweaters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834095317374,"sku":"49208","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49208_undyed.jpg?v=1768914006"},{"product_id":"silky-dk-50-50","title":"49209 Silky DK 50\/50","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is gorgeous. It is smooth, soft and shiny, with a whiter base colour than the wool yarns, due to the high silk content. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ePlease see our notes on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-silk\" title=\"Dyeing Silk\"\u003edyeing silk\u003c\/a\u003e. Colours appear super-bright and clear. The yarn sucks up the dye and speckles brilliantly. Most dye techniques work well on this yarn, and the depth of colours that can be achieved is wonderful. The resulting fabric is shiny and soft, with a lovely stitch definition and drape. This would be marvellous for accessories and sweaters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834103935358,"sku":"49209","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49209_undyed.jpg?v=1768914198"},{"product_id":"angel-dk","title":"49210 Angel DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the cream sister of 49231 Angel Mist DK. This is a luxury, snuggly, DK yarn. The yarn takes the dye well, although colours will appear slightly muted due to the alpaca content. Speckles spread softly. The fabric is light and drapey, and feels silky soft in the handle. A wonderful yarn for accessories that can be worn against the skin, and stunning sweaters and cardigans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834105540990,"sku":"49210","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49210_undyed.jpg?v=1770123253"},{"product_id":"sheilas-gold-dk","title":"49211 Sheila's Gold DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn has the lovely, bouncy twist characteristic of our Sheila’s line of bases. The yarn is robust yet soft. It takes the dye really well, speckles appear prominent, is suitable for all dyeing techniques and it works nicely for glazing techniques. The resulting fabric has fabulous stitch definition and this would make brilliant sweaters and hats. With the added nylon, DK socks in this yarn are a delightful, quick knit!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834256404862,"sku":"49211","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56834256437630,"sku":"49211M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49211_undyed.jpg?v=1768914565"},{"product_id":"sw-bfl-dk","title":"49212 SW BFL DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a tightly twisted yarn with a smooth, velvety feel. It is a robust yarn, thanks to the long staple length of the BFL. The yarn sucks up the dye, colours appear bright and clear, speckles work well and it is suitable for all dye methods. The fabric is neat and stitches are even. It blocks nicely and behaves more like a non-superwash which makes it a joy for sweaters. It works brilliantly for Fair Isle too, which is why we have 20g mini skeins available as well as our standard 100g skeins.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834663907710,"sku":"49212","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56834663940478,"sku":"49212M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49212_undyed.jpg?v=1768914756"},{"product_id":"zebra-dk","title":"49213 Zebra DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis toothy, Highland wool base is pre-dyed with grey to black segments running through it to add interest. The yarn takes the dye well, with colours appearing most strongly on the lighter yarn sections, and speckles will spread. The yarn makes a lovely fabric which keeps its shape really well when knitted. It would make glorious woven projects.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834718400894,"sku":"49213","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49213_undyed.jpg?v=1768914933"},{"product_id":"tencel-dk","title":"49214 Tencel DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a glossy, gorgeous yarn – perfect as a silk substitute if you want something vegan. This yarn dyes beautifully. The shine elevates colours and makes them look almost iridescent. For the best colour uptake, see notes on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-cellulose-yarns\" title=\"Dyeing Cellulose Fibres\"\u003edyeing cellulose fibres\u003c\/a\u003e. We recommend Procion MX, fibre-reactive or natural dyes for this yarn. Metallic colours work well on this yarn. Speckles can be achieved, but they do tend to spread. The resulting fabric has incredible drape.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834756608382,"sku":"49214","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49214_undyed.jpg?v=1768916543"},{"product_id":"single-fabulous-dk","title":"49215 Single \u0026 Fabulous DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis lovely singles yarn is super soft and smooth. The yarn takes the dye well, colours appear bright, and speckles spread a little, but they look great on this construction. Due to this being a singles yarn, care needs to be taken during dyeing to reduce pilling. This works as a lovely yarn for hats and accessories. It will also work for sweaters, but high-friction areas may pill. This can be offset by either pairing it with another yarn, or using stitch patterns such as moss stitch which pop on this fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834762113406,"sku":"49215","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49215_undyed.jpg?v=1768917328"},{"product_id":"nsw-silver-sparkle-dk","title":"49216 NSW Silver Sparkle DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a marvellous, velvety base with a subtle sparkle. The yarn takes the dye well, and speckles spread softly. This yarn knits into a beautiful fabric which has a velvety feel to it, without the sparkle overpowering the yarn. The stitches are neat and the fabric is delightful against the skin. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSee our tips on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-stellina\" title=\"Dyeing stellina\"\u003edyeing stellina\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note the reason this yarn is not OEKO-TEX® certified is because of the stellina content.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834772107646,"sku":"49216","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49216_undyed.jpg?v=1768917496"},{"product_id":"tweed-effect-dk","title":"49217 Tweed Effect DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn has a 3ply construction (1 ply of superwash Merino and 2 plies of non-superwash Merino). The superwash Merino takes the dye more intensely than the non-superwash, resulting in a barber pole effect. This effect is more noticeable on semi-solids and darker colours. See 49143 Tweed Effect Sock 4ply to see the effect on a semi-solid. The fabric once knitted is bouncy and would make a great sweater, especially dyed as a semi solid, to emphasise the barber pole patterning.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834774565246,"sku":"49217","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49217_undyed.jpg?v=1768917664"},{"product_id":"single-stunning-dk","title":"49218 Single \u0026 Stunning DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is a joy to dye – it sucks up the dye and colours appear bright and clear. Speckles work super well on this yarn due to the construction. The knitted fabric looks really neat and smooth. This would make wonderful cowls, sweaters and accessories. Due to the construction, this yarn may be more prone to pilling than others, therefore knitting on the correct needle size is important. This would work as a weft, but we haven’t recommended it for a warp.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834775875966,"sku":"49218","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49218_undyed.jpg?v=1768917803"},{"product_id":"donegal-dk","title":"49219 Donegal DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur Donegal DK is really fun to dye. The brown and black neps resist the dye and so remain prominent in the yarn. These work with warm colours for a classic look. The yarn has a slightly warm base tone to it from the nep blending and takes the dye really well. The fabric is soft with an even stitch definition. Suitable for all knitted garments, including socks on a tight gauge. Please note the reason this yarn is not OEKO-TEX® certified is because of the neps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834783871358,"sku":"49219","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49219_undyed.jpg?v=1768917927"},{"product_id":"bfl-decadence-dk","title":"49220 BFL Decadence DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis gorgeous yarn is enhanced by the Bluefaced Leicester fibre which adds a slight texture to the silk, compared to Merino, giving it a little more body. The yarn sucks up the dye, speckles appear prominent, and colours are bright and clear. The fabric is soft and shiny and has a nice drape. This would make lovely accessories and thick shawls. Please see our notes on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-silk\" title=\"Dyeing Silk\"\u003edyeing silk\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834785935742,"sku":"49220","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49220_undyed.jpg?v=1768918107"},{"product_id":"egyptian-dk","title":"49221 Egyptian DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis has a softer twist than usual for our yarns. Its blend of alpaca and silk makes the yarn soft, and the linen adds a gentle texture with a light caramel colour. The yarn looks lovely in the skein. It takes the dye well, colours are slightly muted, and speckles spread. The resulting fabric is a light, summery blend which blocks out really nicely to be a drapey cool fabric. Sweaters made from this yarn are exquisite and classic in their look. This would also be nice for shawls and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834788950398,"sku":"49221","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49221_undyed.jpg?v=1768918253"},{"product_id":"sw-zebra-dk","title":"49222 SW Zebra DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eSW Zebra DK has a lovely, bouncy twist, and in addition has sections of grey to black barber-pole striping to add interest to the base. This yarn sucks up the dye, speckles really well and colours appear bright and clear. The knitted fabric has great stitch definition, and a lovely stretchiness, but still maintains its shape. This yarn also looks wonderfully plump in the skein.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834898231678,"sku":"49222","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49222_undyed.jpg?v=1768919795"},{"product_id":"sw-merino-boucle-dk","title":"49224 SW Merino Boucle DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a stunning, tight, boucle yarn, which gives a soft, textured fabric when knitted. This takes the dye really well, and colours appear bright and clear. Due to the texture, speckles sometimes appear more spread than normal, but it looks great dyed this way. The yarn looks really nice in the skein. It is great for sweaters, edgings, cuffs and accessories. This boucle would work as a weft, but we haven’t recommended it for a warp as we suspect that heddle movement would cause bunching.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834902688126,"sku":"49224","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49224_undyed.jpg?v=1768920465"},{"product_id":"crazy-eight","title":"49225 Crazy Eight","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis multi-ended yarn is a firm favourite. The construction creates a strong fabric with glorious texture. The yarn sucks up the dye, and colours appear bright and clear. Speckles are also really interesting, as they split over the multi ends and separate out even more — it’s a wonderful effect. Suitable for sweaters and accessories, the fabric has a nice drape. We knitted this on a 3.75mm needle, but a smaller needle would work well too.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56834905997694,"sku":"49225","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 50g SKEINS","offer_id":56834906030462,"sku":"49225A","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56834906063230,"sku":"49225M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49225_undyed.jpg?v=1768920600"},{"product_id":"kid-fluff-dk","title":"49226 Kid Fluff DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eA gorgeous, thick, fluffy, brushed mohair. This takes the dye really well and has a delicate shine. We love mohair for its ethereal colour qualities, which make the colours look magical at times, blending softly into each other. This yarn knits up into a snuggly fabric, with a lovely halo. This will make incredible sweaters, and can be knitted on large needles for a super-airy fabric. This yarn benefits from a good soak in warm water, prior to dyeing, to ensure good dye penetration.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56835003711870,"sku":"49226","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49226_undyed.jpg?v=1768922888"},{"product_id":"cotton-dk","title":"49228 Cotton DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a shiny, super-robust cotton with a silky handle. The yarn takes the dye brilliantly. We recommend Procion MX, fibre-reactive or natural dyes for this yarn as it is a cellulose fibre. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSee notes on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-cellulose-yarns\" title=\"Dyeing Cellulose Fibres\"\u003edyeing cellulose fibres\u003c\/a\u003e. This yarn has a tight twist and knits up into a lovely fabric which is perfect for slightly heavier-weight garments and accessories. Cotton DK also crochets really well. We used a 3.5mm needle to keep the fabric in shape and this worked nicely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56835019604350,"sku":"49228","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49228_undyed.jpg?v=1768923181"},{"product_id":"tibetan-dk","title":"49229 Tibetan DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith the natural grey undertone of the yak, this base is dark and rich. It is soft, silky and stunning in the skein. Despite being darker, this yarn dyes really well, making rich, deep colours. Speckles will spread, but still create subtle flecks in the yarn. This base lends itself to hand paints and semi solids as the colours merge seamlessly. This knits up to a velvety fabric with wonderful drape. Perfect for luxury shawls and sweaters! To make hats, we suggest a smaller needle size to create a firmer fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56835022520702,"sku":"49229","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56835022553470,"sku":"49229M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49229_undyed.jpg?v=1768923316"},{"product_id":"platinum-dk","title":"49230 Platinum DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eA core yarn here at CWC, this is a great all rounder with a robust twist. Platinum DK sucks up the dye and speckles really well. It also works incredibly well for glazing techniques and colour layering. The colours are bright and clear on this yarn. The fabric is really soft but also robust and pill resistant, making it wonderful for baby and children’s clothing. Sweaters and accessories are, of course, also awesome in this yarn. We used a 4mm needle for this but a 3.75mm would work well too.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854389391742,"sku":"49230","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 50g SKEINS","offer_id":56854389424510,"sku":"49230A","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10 x 150g SKEINS","offer_id":56854389457278,"sku":"49230B","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56854389490046,"sku":"49230M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 10g MICROS","offer_id":56854389522814,"sku":"49230MI","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49230_undyed.jpg?v=1769417636"},{"product_id":"upcycled-platinum-dk","title":"49230U Upcycled Platinum DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eUpcycled Merino is Merino fibre that has been re-blended from multiple spin runs at the mill. It is collected together, re-combed and made into a yarn. Upcycled nylon is created in the same manner. These fibres would otherwise be wasted. Compared to standard Platinum DK, the upcycled yarn is sometimes slightly more creamy in colour. Its texture is a little more velvety, and when dyed, colours can be a tiny bit more muted. This yarn speckles well and makes a wonderful, soft fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854390866302,"sku":"49230U","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49230U_undyed.jpg?v=1769417922"},{"product_id":"angel-mist-dk","title":"49231 Angel Mist DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the grey sister of 49210 Angel DK. The natural grey alpaca adds a glorious undertone to the yarn on which colours appear complex when over dyed. The yarn takes the dye well, although colours will appear more muted than normal, and quite rich on this base. This yarn does not speckle very well as the speckles spread. The fabric is light and drapey and feels silky soft in the handle. A wonderful yarn for accessories that can be worn against the skin, stunning sweaters and cardigans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854392209790,"sku":"49231","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49231_undyed.jpg?v=1769418119"},{"product_id":"boo-dk","title":"49232 Boo DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wonderfully soft, bright yarn, with a lovely twist. This yarn has a very slight gloss from the bamboo, but it’s not shiny. It takes the dye in the same way as a normal superwash Merino, and we recommend acid dyes for this yarn. The bamboo does not affect the dyeing ability. This is suitable for all dyeing styles. We knitted a swatch on 4mm needles as this blocks out really nicely and the bamboo content adds drape. This is soft against the skin and is great for accessories and garments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854394012030,"sku":"49232","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49232_undyed.jpg?v=1769418292"},{"product_id":"multi-coloured-donegal-dk","title":"49233 Multi-Coloured Donegal DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eWith slightly longer yardage than our Donegal DK, this is a soft yarn with multi-coloured Donegal neps spun through it. These neps resist the dye and show up really well on solids or semi-solid colours. The neps in this yarn are blue, magenta and yellow. The yarn takes the dye really well and sucks up dye, the colours remain bright and clear. When knitted, it produces a fabulous, soft fabric with a nice drape. You could comfortably go down a needle size to 3.5mm to manipulate the gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854395355518,"sku":"49233","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49233_undyed.jpg?v=1769418446"},{"product_id":"sw-silver-sparkle-dk","title":"49234 SW Silver Sparkle DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn has a splendid, robust twist with a delicate silver sparkle from the stellina. It takes the dye really well, and colours appear bright and clear. The resulting fabric has great stitch definition and drape. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSee our tips on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-stellina\" title=\"Dyeing stellina\"\u003edyeing stellina\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note the reason this yarn is not OEKO-TEX® certified is because of the stellina content. SW Silver Sparkle DK would make fantastic sweaters, garments and heavier-weight socks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854397419902,"sku":"49234","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56854397452670,"sku":"49234M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 10g MICROS","offer_id":56854397485438,"sku":"49234MI","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49234_undyed.jpg?v=1769418641"},{"product_id":"krypton-dk","title":"49237 Krypton DK","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eKrypton DK has an epically high twist, which makes dyeing it so much fun. It looks awesome in the skein once it’s dyed, and colours are bright and clear. The twist works well with speckles, as they appear more complex when they split across the strands. This yarn would work nicely for glazing techniques. The resulting fabric is bouncy and textured. It is super soft, with the 19.5 micron Merino making it a great choice for even the fussiest of knitters who like snuggly yarns against the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854399451518,"sku":"49237","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56854399484286,"sku":"49237M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49237_undyed.jpg?v=1769418841"},{"product_id":"sw-falkland-dk-ht","title":"49239 SW Falkland DK HT","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn does not get enough love. It has the most exquisite, high twist, and if you love the Krypton twist, you will love this too. It has a delicate shine to the yarn, the colour of the yarn is slightly brighter than normal Merino, which is what Falkland is known for. It sucks up the dye, speckles well, and colours remain super-bright and clear. This yarn is superb for glazing techniques. We knitted this on a 3.75mm needle, but a 3.5mm would also work for a firmer fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854432743806,"sku":"49239","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49239_undyed.jpg?v=1769419086"},{"product_id":"sheilas-gold-zebra-dk","title":"49240 Sheila's Gold Zebra DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eSheila’s Gold Zebra DK has the lovely, bouncy, signature Sheila’s twist, and in addition has sections of grey to black barber-pole striping to add interest to the base. This yarn sucks up the dye, it speckles really well and colours appear bright and clear. The knitted fabric has a clean stitch definition, and the fabric has a beautiful stretchiness but still maintains its shape. This yarn looks plump in the skein, and will work really nicely for super-fun socks, sweaters or anything you desire.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854433759614,"sku":"49240","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49240_undyed.jpg?v=1769419244"},{"product_id":"thick-thin-dk","title":"49241 Thick \u0026 Thin DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is a delight! The changes in thickness provide a gentle undulation of texture. The yarn sucks up the dye and it speckles extremely well. This yarn has a single-ply construction, so care needs to be taken, if hand painting or using a technique that uses a lot of abrasion against the fibres, as it may pill. The resulting knitted fabric is gorgeous and would make super cowls and accessories. Sweaters in this yarn would also be nice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854477177214,"sku":"49241","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49241_undyed.jpg?v=1769419639"},{"product_id":"fine-organic-merino-dk","title":"49243 Fine Organic Merino DK","description":"\u003cp\u003ePart of our Fine Organic range, this yarn is an absolute delight. The yarn is buttery soft and plump. The yarn takes the dye well, and colours will be a little muted compared to superwash yarns — bright colours can be achieved with more effort. Speckles will spread. This makes gorgeous, solid and semi-solid yarns. The knitted fabric is velvety, has a lovely drape, holds its shape and is oh so soft! It is wonderful for accessories against the skin and would make dreamy sweaters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854478979454,"sku":"49243","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"25 x 20g MINIS","offer_id":56854479012222,"sku":"49243M","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49243_undyed.jpg?v=1769419783"},{"product_id":"suri-silk-dk","title":"49244 Suri Silk DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a super-soft, fluffy yarn. It’s fabulous! It takes the dye really well, and strong colours can be achieved. Sometimes, when fluffy yarns are dyed, they can appear felted. Although this does not affect the resulting knitted fabric, it is easy to rectify: we just quickly go over the skein and pull or pluck the strands apart which re-fluffs the yarn. A wonderful yarn to wear against the skin — great for hats, accessories and super-soft sweaters — it’s a firm favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854525215102,"sku":"49244","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49244_undyed.jpg?v=1769420155"},{"product_id":"baby-fluff-dk","title":"49246 Baby Fluff DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is a budget-friendly, super-soft, fluffy base. Baby Fluff DK has an unusual construction — the alpaca is blown through a cage, which is then shrunk with heat to trap the fibres, making the cage almost invisible. This creates a really strong yarn with a gentle halo. It dyes attractively, with slightly muted colours, and speckles spread softly. This would make a great yarn for baby clothes. It looks lovely in the skein and knitted up it has a very gentle halo. This yarn also has a great yardage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854551003518,"sku":"49246","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49246_undyed.jpg?v=1770119818"},{"product_id":"bfl-platinum-dk","title":"49248 BFL Platinum DK","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOur Bluefaced Leicester version of 49230 Platinum DK, this has a slightly more toothy texture, but behaves in a similar way. It takes the dye really well, it speckles nicely and colours appear rich on this yarn. The fabric blocks out well and keeps it shape. This would make brilliant sweaters, accessories and cosy, thick socks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854576890238,"sku":"49248","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49248_undyed.jpg?v=1769420579"},{"product_id":"gold-sparkle-dk-sw","title":"49249 Gold Sparkle DK SW","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn has a lovely, robust twist with a delicate gold sparkle from the stellina. It takes the dye really well, and colours appear bright and clear. The resulting fabric has a neat stitch definition and drape. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSee our tips on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-stellina\" title=\"Dyeing stellina\"\u003edyeing stellina\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note the reason this yarn is not OEKO-TEX® certified is because of the stellina content. This yarn would make glitzy accessories, garments and fun, heavier gauge socks.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854580724094,"sku":"49249","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49249_undyed.jpg?v=1769420811"},{"product_id":"bright-dk","title":"49250 Bright DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is a super-soft, shiny blend of Tencel and Merino. We recommend acid dyes on this yarn, and bright colours can be achieved even though the Tencel content will not take the dye. Some speckles can be achieved but they do spread out. The resulting fabric is light and has a delicate sheen. This is a perfect blend for summer accessories and garments.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854583312766,"sku":"49250","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49250_undyed.jpg?v=1769420979"},{"product_id":"neo-dk","title":"49251 Neo DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is something a bit special! Our Neo DK is really fun to dye, and even better, the neps glow in the dark under ultraviolet light. The neps resist the dye and so remain prominent in the yarn. These neps are fluorescent orange and yellow. The yarn sucks up the dye and the fabric is soft with an even stitch definition. Suitable for all knitted garments, including socks if knitted on a tight gauge. Please note the reason this yarn is not OEKO-TEX® certified is because of the neps.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854589735294,"sku":"49251","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49251_undyed.jpg?v=1769421160"},{"product_id":"natural-grey-llama-dk","title":"49252 Natural Grey Llama DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a velvety-soft yarn with a delicate halo. The base colour comes from the natural grey llama fibre. It takes the dye really nicely and provides a sophisticated undertone when dyed. Speckles spread and may not show up quite so well on this yarn. This has similar properties to alpaca, but generally has a bit more texture This would make wonderful shawls and sweaters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854591570302,"sku":"49252","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49252_undyed.jpg?v=1769421312"},{"product_id":"egyptian-yak-dk","title":"49253 Egyptian Yak DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe addition of yak gives this luxury DK yarn a little texture. The natural grey colour of the yarn gives a beautiful, rich undertone to the dyeing. It is light enough to see speckles, although these are not so prominent, which appear as a sophisticated technique on this yarn. The linen does not take acid dyes, but this blends in with the natural colour so doesn’t contrast once dyed. This knits into a fabulous, soft fabric with a little rustic texture to it. This would make wonderful shawls and sweaters.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854592913790,"sku":"49253","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49253_undyed.jpg?v=1769421507"},{"product_id":"angel-adular-dk","title":"49254 Angel Adular DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the natural fawn sister of 49210 Angel DK. The natural fawn alpaca adds a glorious, rich undertone to the yarn, on which colours appear complex when over dyed. The yarn takes the dye well but does not speckle very well as the speckles spread. The resulting knitted fabric is light and drapey, and feels silky soft in the handle. A wonderful yarn for accessories that can be worn against the skin, and stunning sweaters and cardigans.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854600384894,"sku":"49254","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49254_undyed.jpg?v=1769421670"},{"product_id":"eco-dk","title":"49255 Eco DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is magnificent. The combination of the softest Merino wool, a robust twist, and the linen gives a gorgeous, strong but yet soft DK yarn. It has a velvety texture and the linen is not prominent, but does give the yarn a slightly caramel hue. The linen will not take the acid dye, but provides a rustic look. Speckles spread. This would make a superb sweater yarn and creates lovely, crisp cables. You could use this for socks, but be sure to use a small needle to prevent wearing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854603825534,"sku":"49255","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49255_undyed.jpg?v=1769421850"},{"product_id":"baby-suri-fluff-dk","title":"49256 Baby Suri Fluff DK","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is the alpaca version of 49226 Kid Fluff DK and it is gorgeous! It is a super-soft, thick, DK, brushed yarn which is so snuggly you will not want to stop touching it. This takes the dye really well, and the colours are slightly muted due to the alpaca content. We knitted this on a 5mm needle, but you could go larger for a more airy fabric. It’s basically snuggle-tastic and we absolutely LOVE it!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854610477438,"sku":"49256","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49256_undyed.jpg?v=1769422012"},{"product_id":"neos-mermaid-dk","title":"49257 Neo's Mermaid DK","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhat could be more fun than a yarn with glow-in-the-dark neps AND iridescent sparkles? Our new mermaid stellina gives a subtle, multi-coloured shimmer, so we have increased its content to 10% to ensure it balances the neps perfectly. This is a bouncy yarn with amazing stitch definition. It will make incredibly joyous accessories and garments. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eSee our tips on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-stellina\" title=\"Dyeing stellina\"\u003edyeing stellina\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note the reason this yarn is not OEKO-TEX® certified is because of the neps and stellina content.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854657696126,"sku":"49257","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49257_undyed.jpg?v=1769424099"},{"product_id":"mermaid-dk-sw","title":"49258 Mermaid DK SW","description":"\u003cp\u003eJoining our Silver and Gold Sparkle DK yarns, is this new mermaid stellina sparkle. It gives a shimmery, iridescent pzazz to this versatile base. The 4ply construction gives the resulting knitted fabric excellent stitch definition. With 15% nylon this is a hard-wearing yarn that would be great for playful socks and accessories. See our tips on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/s0rycm-0p.myshopify.com\/pages\/dyeing-stellina\" title=\"Dyeing stellina\"\u003edyeing stellina\u003c\/a\u003e. Please note the reason this yarn is not OEKO-TEX® certified is because of the stellina content.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chester Wool Company","offers":[{"title":"10 x 100g SKEINS","offer_id":56854662939006,"sku":"49258","price":1.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/files\/49258_undyed.jpg?v=1769424340"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0974\/9312\/3454\/collections\/49230_undyed.jpg?v=1771330404","url":"https:\/\/www.chesterwool.com\/collections\/dk-weight-yarns.oembed?page=2","provider":"Chester Wool Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}