Rico Essentials Merino DK Yarn

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Description

Create elegant, cosy garments and accessories with Rico Essentials Merino DK Yarn — a premium, 100% superwash merino wool yarn renowned for its softness, bounce, and excellent stitch definition. Its smooth, round texture makes it a superb choice for turning into cables, lace, or textured stitch patterns without fuzziness. Whether you're knitting sweaters, scarves, hats, or baby items, its versatile DK weight and machine-washable nature make it a smart staple yarn for your stash.

Yarn Specification

Ball weight: 50g
Blend: 100% Virgin Superwash Wool
Yardage (approx): 120 m
Needle size: 4 - 4.5 mm
Tension: 22 stitches, 28 rows is 10 x 10 cm
Machine Washable

Why Choose Rico Essentials Merino DK?

Soft, breathable merino wool — gentle on skin and great for garments
Superwash treatment — machine washable for easy care
Excellent stitch definition — perfect for cables, lace, textured stitches
Versatile DK weight — works in a wide range of projects (sweaters, hats, children's wear, accessories)
Beautiful colour palette — many shades to choose from and combine