About Us
Critical Sheep currently stocks three sizes of yarn – “D4” Fingering, “D8” DK and “D10” Worsted. All our yarns are colorfast and superwash, which means they are all safe to wash in machines and there should be little-to-no bleeding or running of colors.
D4 Fingering
75% Superwash Merino and 25% nylon, which is perfect for sock knitters and anyone that wants a sturdy, superwash yarn!
- 450 yards per 100g skein
- Gauge: 26-32 sts = 4 inches on US 0-2.5
Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry. However, for best color safety, hand-wash your woolens!
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D8 DK
100% Superwash Merino, perfect for sweaters, mittens, hats and cowls.
- 230 yards per 100g skein
- Gauge: 20-22 sts = 4 inches on US 0-2.5
Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry. However, for best color safety, hand-wash your woolens!
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D10 Worsted
100% Superwash Merino, which is excellent for warm mittens, cozy hats or sqishy sweaters!
- 218 yards per 50g skein
- Gauge: 18-20 sts = 4” on US 6-8
Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry. However, for best color safety, hand-wash your woolens!
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Our Merino is ethically sourced, and as a responsible member of the fiber community, this is an extremely important aspect of our business, both from purchasing yarns and selling to you, our customers.
About Amanda
I’m a nerd, knitter and lover of everything that has to do with sheep. If I could live in the country with a big farmhouse with a herd of sheep and spend my days knitting, spinning, cooking and making a warm and loving home, I would be so happy with my life. I live in Waukesha and love filling my time with yarnie goodness. I am married to an equally nerdy man and we spend our Saturday nights playing all manner of games.
