DROPS - Alaska (natural untreated virgin wool) 50 g

What is Drops Alaska and why does it stand out?

Drops Alaska is a virgin wool yarn made by DROPS Garnstudio. Its twisted three-strand construction, with no chemical treatments before dyeing, gives it superior warmth, a firm texture and natural durability, placing it among the most complete winter wools in its category.

A winter wool with decades of history

This yarn has remained popular among knitters looking for an all-round wool with a natural character, able to withstand intensive use and keep its shape season after season. Its matt finish and firm three-strand structure are two of its most recognisable features from the very first ball. It is easy to work with, even for intermediate-level knitters.

Oeko-Tex® Class I certification

This yarn has Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Class I certification (number 25.3.0099, issued by Innovatext Textile Engineering and Testing, Hungary). Class I is the highest level of the standard: it guarantees that the yarn contains no harmful substances and is suitable for garments for babies from 0 to 3 years old. The raw material comes from South America and the yarn is manufactured entirely in the European Union, giving the product full traceability.

What is untreated virgin wool in alaska drops?

Untreated virgin wool is wool that has only been washed to remove impurities, without undergoing any additional chemical treatments: no superwash treatment (which removes the scales from the fibre to make it machine washable), no optical bleaching and no other industrial finishes. The result is a fibre that retains all its mechanical and thermal properties intact.

The most notable consequence is that the fibre keeps its cuticle scales intact. When exposed to heat and the friction of water, these scales interlock irreversibly: this is known as felting. If you are looking for a wool for felting with reliable technical properties, this is one of the benchmark yarns on the market. In addition, by preserving the fibre’s original properties, its thermal insulation is superior to that of a treated wool, something especially noticeable in warm garments. With a 100% virgin wool as the base, projects gain character and authenticity.

What can Alaska Drops be used for?

Alaska Drops is an aran/worsted-weight yarn (medium weight, group C, equivalent to 16-19 stitches per 10 cm with 5 mm needles), designed for autumn and winter garments. Its firm three-strand construction makes it ideal for both knitting and crochet, and felting is also one of its creative possibilities.

• ▷ Autumn and winter jumpers, cardigans and coats.
• ▷ Hats, scarves, neck warmers and gloves.
• ▷ Hard-wearing and functional outerwear.
• ▷ Bags, slippers and felting accessories.
• ▷ Baby garments and accessories (Oeko-Tex® Class I).
• ▷ Blankets, cushions and decorative home accessories.

If you are interested in more certified wool options for baby garments, in our baby wool collection you will find a selection of certified yarns for the first months of life.

Advantages of Alaska Drops

This yarn brings together in a single ball properties that few aran/worsted-weight wools can offer: superior natural warmth, felting capacity, a hard-wearing three-strand construction and Oeko-Tex® Class I certification. Below are its main advantages, all of them verifiable and inherent to the fibre.

• ▷ 100% virgin wool: maximum warmth and natural thermal insulation.
• ▷ Feltable: suitable for bags, slippers and felting projects.
• ▷ Twisted three-strand construction: clear stitch definition and high resistance to deformation.
• ▷ Oeko-Tex® Class I certification: free from harmful substances, suitable for babies from 0 to 3 years old.
• ▷ No superwash treatment: retains the fibre’s original properties.
• ▷ Colours in solid shades (Uni Colour) and blended shades (Mix).
• ▷ Made in the EU with wool from South America: full traceability.
• ▷ Good value for money within the catalogue of natural European wools.

How should garments knitted with Alaska Drops Design yarn be cared for?

Garments knitted with this Alaska yarn by Garnstudio should be washed by hand in cold or lukewarm water, at a maximum of 30 °C, and dried flat to help them keep their shape. As it is an untreated wool and therefore feltable, the heat or friction of a washing machine may cause irreversible shrinkage.

• ▷ Hand wash, in cold or lukewarm water, maximum 30 °C.
• ▷ Mild detergent specifically for wool (without enzymes or bleaching agents).
• ▷ Rinse with water at the same temperature to avoid sudden changes.
• ▷ Dry flat, on a level surface, without hanging.
• ▷ Avoid the tumble dryer and direct ironing on the garment.

Why buy Drops Alaska from Garmon Yarns?

At Garmon Yarns you can buy Drops Alaska with personalised support to help you plan your project: how many balls you need, which needle size to use or how to combine the available shades. We know this wool well and can give you informed guidance before you place your order.

At Garmonyarns.com you will find Alaska wools available in solid shades (Uni Colour) and blended shades (Mix), with detailed technical sheets on composition, consumption and care. If you have any questions before buying, you can contact us at Garmon Yarns. You can also browse the rest of the DROPS collection if you would like to explore other compositions from the same brand.