King Cole Luxury Merino DK Yarn - Pewter

DK weight yarn is a versatile yarn category that is thicker than fingering weight but thinner than worsted weight. It typically knits to around 5-6 stitches per inch on a 3.25mm to 4.0mm needle, making it suitable for a wide range of garments and accessories.

High-quality Merino wool, like King Cole Luxury Merino, is known for being exceptionally soft and non-itchy. The fine fibers of Merino wool are much more flexible than coarser wools, allowing them to bend away from the skin, which prevents the prickle sensation.

Each ball of King Cole Luxury Merino DK yarn weighs 50 grams.

Each 50g ball contains 140 meters (approximately 153 yards) of yarn.

While it can be used for amigurumi, its softness and finer gauge might not provide the firm, stuffed texture often desired for amigurumi. It's generally better suited for garments and accessories where drape and softness are priorities.

Pewter refers to the specific color of this particular ball of yarn. It is a classic, muted metallic grey shade.

King Cole offers a wide variety of supporting patterns specifically designed for their Luxury Merino DK yarn range. You can usually find these patterns on the King Cole website or through yarn retailers.

Ensure you are using the correct needle/hook size for the yarn weight. Sometimes, slightly larger tools can help manage splitting. Gently adjust your tension and focus on picking up only the required plies of yarn.

This can sometimes occur with initial washes. Ensure you are following the care instructions precisely. Blocking your finished item according to wool care guidelines can significantly improve drape and softness.

While rare, dye lots can vary. Always purchase enough yarn for your project from the same dye lot to ensure color consistency. If you notice a significant difference, consider using the varied skein for a different, smaller project.