Peat

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DK weight Peat is made from 100% Navajo-Churro wool and is dark espresso in color. Navajo-Churro sheep are a dual coated breed with a long, hairy outer coat and shorter, downy unde r coat. Slate blends both coats together into a single-ply yarn. We refer to this style of yarn as “lopi style” because it is the same technique used to make Icelandic lopi yarn from dual-coated Icelandic sheep. Lopi spun Rugged and fuzzy. Best suited for weaving and outerwear. 100% Navajo-Churro 3oz = 185 yds Recommended needle US 6 (4mm) Handwash in cold water. Lay flat to dry. Show more