Sheepsoft DK by Laxtons

100% British Wool

Yarn style

Weight

Yarn meterage

220m (240yd) per 100g skein

Needle/hook size

3.75mm

Gauge/tension

22 stitches

Yarn care

Hand wash in warm water. Reshape whilst damp and dry flat

Sheepsoft DK by By Laxtons is a must-have for any crafter’s yarn stash. This quintessential workhorse yarn, made from 100% British Bluefaced Leicester and Masham wool, is as versatile as it is beautiful, making it an easy choice for a variety of knitting and crochet projects.

100% wool

Mulesing free

Natural fibres

Sustainably sourced

Spun locally, Sheepsoft yarn travels less than 50 miles to reach Laxtons’ Mill, where it’s expertly spun and packaged, ready to dispatch. This eco-conscious process ensures the yarn has a low carbon footprint, making it perfect for those who value sustainability in their craft.

Sheepsoft DK is a premium, eco-friendly yarn spun from a unique blend of 100% British Bluefaced Leicester and Masham fleece. The natural colours of the Masham wool, combined with dyed Bluefaced Leicester, give each shade a distinctive, heathered look that will bring depth and character to your handmade garments.

This DK yarn offers the perfect blend of softness, durability, and sustainability, making it ideal for handknit sweaters, cosy cardigans and a whole array of lightweight knitted accessories. Its softness and warmth make it an excellent choice for those winter knitting projects and its strength and durability mean your handknits will last for years to come.

Free UK delivery over £60

For UK delivery, we use Royal Mail’s Tracked 24 and Tracked 48 services. Provided goods are in stock, every effort will be made to dispatch your order the next day during shop opening hours, 1-3 days when the shop is closed.

Dye lot promise

To give you the best results we always check the dye lot numbers match within each order. If for any reason it is not possible to complete your order using only one dye lot we will contact you as soon as possible.

Meet the brand

About By Laxtons

By Laxtons creates natural yarns using only the finest, responsibly sourced fibres all spun, dyed, and delivered from their fourth-generation British spinning mill in West Yorkshire. With a strong commitment to sustainability, By Laxtons dedicate themselves to minimising their environmental impact while sharing their expertise in natural, traceable products. In 2020, they launched their handknit yarn collection, bringing the yarn’s lifecycle full circle. As they say, while By Laxtons spins the yarn, the art of creating beautiful, wearable handmade pieces is placed in the hands of crafters like you.

Meet us

About Baa!

Since February 2018, Baa! has been a bubbling hub of all things woolly, building a lively and lovely community of knitters and crocheters alike, united by a love for exquisite yarns, and a diverse selection of quality workshops. Based in our wee shop in the heart of Stonehaven, Scotland, we sell knitting and crochet supplies for beginners and experts.