Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25 g: Bluefaced Leicester DK wool

What is Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25 g?

The 25 g British Blue Wool is a 100% Bluefaced Leicester wool in DK (Double Knitting, a very versatile medium yarn weight), designed to be knitted with 3.5 to 4 mm needles. Each skein weighs 25 g and contains approximately 55 m. It is the original yarn in the range, created by the British designer who gives the brand its name.

The manufacturer has gradually changed this format from a ball to a skein, making it easier to store and present. You can see the rest of the range in the British designer's collection.

Why is the fibre in this British wool so special?

Bluefaced Leicester wool is naturally dense, with a beautiful lustre and excellent insulating properties. According to the manufacturer, it is soft enough to be worn comfortably next to the skin. This makes British Blue Wool warm and pleasant to wear, while producing well-defined stitches and an elegant finish.

It is a pleasure to knit with: the stitches form evenly and the colours look clean and clear, which is particularly useful when changing shades frequently.

What projects is British Blue Wool 25 g suitable for?

This skein is particularly well suited to colourwork and smaller projects. The 25 g format allows you to bring together lots of shades without being left with whole unused skeins, while the DK weight knits up at a good pace. The manufacturer also recommends British Blue Wool for lightweight knitted garments.

• ▷ Fair Isle (a traditional knitting technique using several colours in each round) and jacquard.
• ▷ Hats, fingerless mitts, cowls and other accessories with colour details.
• ▷ Lightweight knitted garments with stripes or blocks of colour.
• ▷ Swatches and colour tests before starting a larger garment.

If you would like to compare it with other yarns of the same weight, browse the selection of DK weight yarns in the catalogue.

How should garments knitted with Erika Knight British Blue Wool be cared for?

Garments knitted with British Blue Wool should be hand washed in water at a maximum of 30 °C with a mild wool wash. It is not a superwash wool (treated so that it can be machine washed), so avoid both the washing machine and tumble dryer. Dry it flat on a towel so that it retains its shape and softness.

Hand washing in this way helps the wool retain its feel and natural lustre. Do not rub or wring the garment: press it gently to remove excess water.

Why buy Erika Knight British Blue Wool 25 g from Garmon Yarns?

If you are looking for British Blue Wool DK in a small ball or skein, you can find it at Garmon Yarns with all the technical information verified with the manufacturer. The product page includes a yarn calculator that tells you how many units you need according to the project, size and technique, so you can buy just the right amount.

Within the range, this is the DK option in a small format, designed for experimenting with colour. If you have any questions about combining shades or about your pattern, email or call us and we will be happy to help. You can also collect your order by appointment from our premises in Alcalá de Henares.

Technical specifications for British Blue Wool 25 g