There is something deeply satisfying about working with a pure wool that is grown, spun, and made close to home — Heirloom Merino Fleck 8 Ply is exactly that. Crafted from 100% pure Australian Merino wool, this is a warm, soft, and beautifully characterful DK weight yarn that brings the quality of premium Merino fleece to an accessible everyday price point. It's the kind of yarn that earns a permanent place in the stash.
Merino is widely regarded as the finest of the wool breeds, prized for its exceptional softness, warmth, and natural elasticity. Australian Merino in particular is renowned for its consistent quality — fine, even fibre with excellent crimp that gives the yarn a natural bounce and recovery, keeping stitches even and fabric looking fresh over time. Merino is also naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, making it comfortable to wear across a wide range of temperatures. It's warm in winter without being stifling, and its natural fibre properties mean it regulates temperature in a way no synthetic can replicate.
At 8 ply DK weight on 4mm needles, Merino Fleck is one of the most versatile yarn weights available. It knits at a satisfying pace — fast enough to keep projects moving, with enough detail and drape for garments, accessories, and homewares alike. The 50g ball with 105m is a practical size, and the yarn's natural elasticity makes it a pleasure to work with from cast-on to cast-off. It's equally well-suited to blankets, where the warmth and softness of Merino really shine, and to garments where you want a yarn that will hold its shape and wear beautifully over many seasons.
Yarn Details
Brand: Heirloom Merino Fleck
Composition: 100% Pure Australian Merino Wool
Weight: 8 Ply (DK)
Ball Weight: 50g
Length: 105m per ball
Suggested Needle Size: 4mm (AUS) / 6 UK / 8 US
Tension: 22 sts = 10cm (4")
Origin: Made in Australia
Care Instructions: Hand wash / Do not bleach / Warm rinse / Normal spin dry / Do not tumble dry / Dry flat in shade / Warm iron / Dry cleanable
Perfect for: Sweaters, cardigans, baby garments, blankets, scarves, beanies, and any 8 ply DK project where a soft, warm, characterful pure Merino wool with natural fleck is called for.
Sold per 50g ball. Select your colour from the options above.
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