Wool yarn for knitting, crochet, and weaving
Wool yarn is warm, springy, and forgiving, which is why it's the go-to fiber for so many knitters. Shop Brown Sheep favorites like Lamb's Pride, Nature Spun, and Lanaloft, Urth Yarns Harvest extra-fine merino, undyed Blue Faced Leicester, and super bulky merino and Corriedale, plus 1 lb cones for weaving and big projects.
How to choose the right wool yarn
Weight comes first, since your pattern's gauge depends on it. Then think about how the fabric needs to feel and wear. Merino is soft enough for next-to-skin hats, cowls, and baby knits. Classic wool and wool-mohair blends like Lamb's Pride are sturdier and great for sweaters, outerwear, and felting. Superwash wool is treated so it can go in the washing machine, while untreated wool will felt if it's agitated in hot water. Always check the care label, and wash your swatch, since wool often blooms and softens after the first bath.
Shopping by weight? Start with worsted weight yarn. Weaving? See warp yarns for weaving.