Ideal (pronounced ee-day-AL) is named after the Uruguayan term for the Polwarth sheep. Ideal is a worsted weight yarn crafted from 100% Uruguayan Polwarth wool.
The natural attributes of Uruguay’s landscape and the dedication of our breeders have produced a yarn that marries durability and resilience with the unparalleled warmth and comfort on the skin characteristic of Polwarth wool. Ideal is a 4 ply, worsted weight, non-superwash yarn that is sourced, spun, and hand-dyed in Uruguay. It is vibrant, bright, and perfect for matching and colorwork; these hues and the amazing qualities of the base will bring endless creative possibilities!
100% Polwarth wool
approx. 219 yds / 200 mts per 3.5oz / 100g skein
gauge: 17-19 sts per 4”/10cm
needle: 7-9 US / 4.5-5.5 mm
Manos del Uruguay is a certified Fair Trade yarn from a Woman's Cooperative in Uruguay. Since 1968 they've been transforming lives in Uruguay. We're proud to carry every yarn they make in every color.
Authenticity. Heritage. Organic. Fair Trade. Family Owned. Local. Independent. All these words are compelling to us, not only as fiber fans, but as members of a community.
Since 1978 the Ball & Skein has been in the town of Cambria and we’re delighted to continue bringing you the best values and highest quality products from the US and around the world that reflect our shared values. We appreciate all of your support and kindness as we work to provide the best experience we can.
Manos del Uruguay, around since 1968 is a certified Fair Trade yarn owned by the women that work as artisans in the cooperatives. Purchases of their yarn directly address their ability to remain in their villages and support their families.
Berroco and Jagger are multi generational New England companies that each have over 100 years of experience in the yarn world.
Trendsetter was started by Barry Klein and his mother over 30 years ago. They not only source some of the most beautiful and unique yarns largely from Italy, they also bring us Cardiff Cashmere, spun in a small, family mill that only spins cashmere.
Prism, Mountain Colors, and Mrs Crosby are more examples of small, independent hand dyers we’re delighted to carry in the shop.
Addi needles and Brittany needles are more multi-generation stories that, in our opinion, bring the quality and value that is unsurpassed in the industry.
In the shop we have over a ton of yarn as well as a million stories. We're delighted to continue this tradition for fiber fans everywhere.
Thank you for your support.
Annie and the whole Ball & Skein family
