ONION NETTLE SOCK - V1016 KARRY Merino wool Nettle Fingering yellow Yarn

Nettle Sock - V1016 Karry

Onion
Denmark

Cool
Soft
Natural

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Fibre: 70% Superwash Wool, 30% Nettle
Weight: 50g
Thickness: Fingering (4-ply)
Construction: Plied
Length: 185 meters | 202 yards
Gauge: 28 st = 4 inches or 10 cm
Needle Size: 2.5 - 3.0 mm | 1.5 - 2.5 US

About Nettle Sock

ONION's Nettle Sock is a genuinely interesting fingering weight yarn for anyone curious about moving beyond conventional fibre blends. The base is a soft, squishy wool - comfortable and familiar to knit with - reinforced with nettle fibres, a natural and sustainable alternative to other reinforcement fibres more commonly found in sock yarns. And yes, before you ask: it won't sting. What the nettle fibre does do is add real durability and resilience to the finished fabric, making it sturdy enough to handle the kind of wear and tear that socks in particular are put through, without compromising on how it feels against the skin. There's also a lovely visual dimension to this pairing: because wool and nettle interact with dye differently, each skein develops a subtle heathered texture and a gentle sheen that gives the yarn a quiet complexity and depth. It's the kind of detail that becomes even more pleasing once you start knitting and watch it emerge stitch by stitch. Versatile enough for projects beyond socks too, Nettle Sock is a yarn worth experimenting with.

About Onion

Onion Yarns is a Danish yarn brand celebrated for its eco‑conscious, natural‑fibre yarns and timeless Scandinavian design. Founded in 1998 with roots in sewing patterns, Onion quickly expanded into yarns that reflect a modern yet mindful approach to fibre craft, blending classic materials like wool, cotton, hemp, nettle, mohair, and silk into thoughtfully developed yarn bases that appeal to environmentally aware makers.

Over the years, its yarns have become known for quality, sustainability, and unique natural colourways, with production carried out in high‑quality Italian mills under ethical and ecological standards. Today, Onion continues its legacy under the ownership of Permin, maintaining the brand’s dedication to natural fibres, animal welfare, and environmentally responsible production while offering yarns that inspire creativity and enduring handmade projects.

Why you'll love Commercially Dyed Yarn

Commercially dyed yarn is dyed in large vats, usually made into large hanks of 1 kilo or more. The yarn is dyed to an extremely precise, all over colour using gradually rising heat. You can generally expect commercially dyed yarn to be very even and dye baths to be exact.

Commercially dyed yarn is wonderful for projects where you want a consistent, all over colour, or even colourwork pieces like fair isle or stranded knitting.

Care Instructions

Items made from wool and nettle blends should be washed by hand in cold or lukewarm water with a gentle rinse-free detergent. Use very little agitation when washing so as not to felt or full the fabric. Never wring or twist handmade items when washing.
Gently squeeze as much water as possible, roll in a towel and press moisture out. Then lay your finished piece flat to dry.

Benefits of this Yarn

Wool Nettle blends have countless benefits, including being

100% Natural option for sock knitting
Warm yet breathable
Biodegradable
Sustainable & Renewable
Flame retardant (safe for babies - and all humans)
Wrinkle resistent
Wicks water to the centre of the fibre keeping the fabric surface dry, even when damp

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