Merino
Merino wool is spun from the fleece of merino sheep. This is thought to be the oldest breed of sheep in the world, originating from the Spanish region around the 12th century.
It the softest wool yarn available, and is excellent at regulating body temperature, especially when worn against the skin. It is not scratchy, and can be worn for a long time before requiring washing.
Merino sheep need to be shorn at least once a year because their wool does not stop growing, making this a completely renewable fibre source.
The merino yarn blends we stock are mulesing free.
![Merino sheep in their natural environment](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/merinosheep.jpg?fit=300%2C200&ssl=1)
Hand-dyed yarns
Lace
- Bright – merino & tencel
- Silver Sparkle – merino, silk, & silver stellina
Aran
- Fleck – merino with Donegal neps
- Merino Silk – merino & silk
4ply
- Bright – merino & tencel
- Fleck – merino with Donegal neps
- Gold Sparkle – merino, nylon, & gold stellina
- Quarter Round – pure merino
- That Yak – merino, yak & nylon
Chunky
- Merino – pure merino
![4ply Gold Sparkle merino yarn hand dyed in shade Rose Quartz](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/4ply-Gold-Sparkle-merino-yarn-hand-dyed-in-shade-Rose-Quartz.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![Chunky Merino yarn hand-dyed in colourway Blackcurrant Sorbet](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Chunky-Merino-Blackcurrant-Sorbet-4.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![4ply Bright yarn hand dyed in colourway Apple Blossom](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/4plyBright-AppleBlossom4.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![Lace Bright yarn hand dyed in shade Burnished Orange](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/LaceBright-BurnishedOrange4.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![4ply Quarter Round merino yarn hand dyed in shade Autumn Walk](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/4ply-Quarter-Round-merino-yarn-hand-dyed-in-shade-Autumn-Walk.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![Aran Merino Silk yarn hand dyed in shade Burnished Orange](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/Aran-Merino-Silk-yarn-hand-dyed-in-shade-Cambridge-Blue-1.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![DK Sparkle merino yarn in hand dyed colourway Harbour Lights](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DK-Sparkle-Harbour-Lights-4.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![4ply Quarter Round yarn in hand-dyed colourway Crystal](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/4ply-Quarter-Round-Crystal3.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![4ply Fleck merino yarn hand-dyed in colourway Winter Sunset](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/4ply-Fleck-Winter-Sunset-3.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![Lace Merin Silk yarn with Silver Stellina Sparkle hand-dyed in colourway Forget-me-not](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Lace-Sparkle-Forget-me-not-4.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
![DK Tibetan yarn in hand dyed shade Raspberry Coulis with sample knitted Bouquet Cowl](https://i0.wp.com/perranyarns.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DKTibetan-RaspberryCoulisCowl4a.jpg?fit=300%2C300&ssl=1)
Kits and patterns
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Chunky Chevron Cowl crochet pattern
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Droskyn Mitts crochet pattern
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Lacy Heart Shawl knitting pattern
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Rhombile Brioche Scarf knit kit
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Sandy Shore Cowl knit kit
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Slouchie Twist Beanie Hat knit kit
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Triangle Trellis Shawl knitting pattern
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