About Our Bases
Yarn Base Comparison
We love soft yarn, which is why every base begins with 19.5-micron extrafine Superwash Merino. Chosen for its next-to-skin comfort, elasticity, and exceptional color uptake, this fiber forms the foundation of our entire range.
From there, fibers are thoughtfully blended and spun to create yarns that balance softness, structure, and wearability, each base is tailored to a specific weight, ply, and purpose.
The result is a cohesive family of yarns that feel gentle against the skin, wear beautifully over time, and showcase hand-dyed color with depth and clarity.
Starved Rock - Fingering
100% Extra Fine (19.5 micron) Superwash Merino
Sock / Fingering weight · 4-ply (4/16Nm)
400 m (437 yards) per 100 g hank
A classic fingering-weight merino base with a smooth hand and excellent drape. Soft, versatile, and well suited to shawls, lightweight garments, and accessories meant to be worn close to the skin.
Kindred Sock (75/25) - Fingering
75% Extra Fine Superwash Merino · 25% Nylon
Sock / Fingering weight · 4-ply (4/16Nm)
400 m (437 yards) per 100 g hank
Blended for durability without sacrificing softness. Ideal for socks, hard-wearing accessories, and everyday knits designed for frequent wear.
Kindred Sock (85/15) - Fingering
85% Extra Fine Superwash Merino · 15% Nylon
Sock / Fingering weight · 4-ply (4/16Nm)
400 m (437 yards) per 100 g hank
A slightly softer take on our sock base, offering enhanced comfort with gentle reinforcement. Perfect for socks and accessories where softness is prioritized.
Quiet Falls - Fingering
80% Superwash Merino · 10% Cashmere · 10% Nylon
Sock / Fingering weight · 3-ply (3/10.5Nm)
350 m (383 yards) per 100 g hank
Luxuriously soft with gentle elasticity, Quiet Falls adds a touch of cashmere for warmth and refinement. Ideal for special projects, next-to-skin accessories, and elegant garments.
Fox River - Sport
100% Superwash Merino (19.5 microns)
Sport weight · 4-ply
300 m (328 yards) per 100 g hank
Soft and springy with excellent stitch definition. A balanced sport-weight option for lightweight sweaters, hats, and accessories.
Driftwood - DK
100% Superwash Merino (19.5 microns)
DK weight · 4-ply (4/8Nm)
200 m (219 yards) per 100 g hank
Plump, smooth, and dependable, Driftwood DK is ideal for sweaters, scarves, and everyday accessories that benefit from comfort and structure.
Stonecrest - Aran / Worsted
100% Superwash Merino (19.5 microns)
Aran weight · 3-ply (3/5Nm)
166 m (182 yards) per 100 g hank
A substantial yet soft base with beautiful stitch definition. Well suited to textured patterns, warm garments, and heirloom-style knits.
Ironwood - Chunky
100% Superwash Merino (19.5 microns)
Chunky weight · Single-ply (1/1Nm)
100 m (109 yards) per 100 g hank
Lofty and plush with a subtle pearly luster, Ironwood’s single-ply construction allows color to bloom beautifully. Ideal for cozy accessories and statement knits.
Ironwood II - Chunky
100% Superwash Merino (19.5 microns)
Chunky weight · 2-ply (2/2Nm)
100 m (109 yards) per 100 g hank
A more structured chunky option with added stability from its 2-ply construction. Well suited for garments and accessories that benefit from extra definition.
Super Ironwood - Super Chunky
100% Superwash Merino (19.5 microns)
Super Chunky weight · Single-ply (0.5/1Nm)
50 m (54 yards) per 100 g hank
Exceptionally plump and silky, Super Ironwood delivers bold texture and luminous color. Perfect for luxurious cold-weather accessories and standout pieces.