Knitting for Olive

Knitting for Olive - Merino Wool Merino Wool - 50g Our merino wool comes from sheep bred in Patagonia, where mulesing is not practiced. The wool can be traced directly back to the farm it comes from. In this way, we know exactly which farm, farmers, and sheep made our wool.Merino wool has many excellent properties. It is temperature-regulating. That is, the wool keeps our bodies warm in cold weather, and releases heat in warm weather, keeping our skin cool. At the same time, wool, like silk, can carry moisture away from the skin, and can absorb 30% of its weight without feeling wet.Wool is also dirt-repellent and requires minimal care.The yarn is STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certifiedThe yarn is produced in Italy. Our spinning mill follows ethical, technical and environmental standards, creating yarns free from harmful chemicals.

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Soft Silk Mohair Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair is a luxurious blend of the finest Kid Mohair and Mulberry silk. Our Mohair comes from angora goats bred in South Africa, and the yarn is also produced locally. Our yarns are traceable back to the individual farms, which means we know exactly which farms, farmers, and goats our wool comes from. Our Mohair is certified sustainable and RMS (Responsible Mohair Standard). The yarn is produced with high respect for animal wellbeing, and with social responsibility. Our spinning mill follows ethical, technical and environmental standards, creating yarns free from harmful chemicals. The Silk in our Soft Silk Mohair is cruelty free. The silk fibres are collected from cocoons after the chrysalises are allowed to mature into moths and escape. This means that the silk worms are not killed in the process as they are in conventional silk production. The yarn is STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certified. We advise that Mohair is not particularly suitable for children 1 year old and under, since the lightweight Mohair fibers, while perfectly safe, can cause mild irritation if babies get them in their mouths. Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair can be used together with a strand from a companion yarn.

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Knitting for Olive - Cotton Merino Cotton Merino  - 50g KfO's Cotton Merino is made of 70 % cotton and 30 % RWS certified Merino wool. It’s the perfect blend of Cotton and Merino, making the yarn elastic and easy to use, with breathable qualities that are great for summer projects. Material: 70 % cotton - 30 % non-mulesed merino wool, Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Gauge: 50g / 250m fingering weight Recommended Needles:  3 mm Hand-wash in cool water, dry flat 28 sts and 38 rows = 10 cm

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Knitting for Olive Pure Silk (50g) Indulge in the luxurious world of Knitting for Olive Pure Silk, a yarn that transcends ordinary crafting with its soft, exclusive bourette silk—harvested ethically from cocoons after the chrysalises transform into delicate moths. Immerse yourself in the exquisite versatility of this silk yarn, boasting remarkable heat-regulating qualities perfect for the diverse climate of the US South. Revel in its breathability, making it an ideal choice for garments that seamlessly transition from sultry summer days to cooler evenings. With the ability to absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture while feeling irresistibly dry against your skin, this yarn becomes your go-to companion for southern warmth. Crafted with precision, our spinning mill upholds ethical, technical, and environmental standards, delivering a yarn free from harmful chemicals. Elevate your knitting experience with Knitting for Olive Pure Silk, where craftsmanship meets conscience, inviting you to weave tales of beauty and sustainability with every stitch. The yarn is STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® certificeret Material 100% Silk (Oeko-tek certified)  Length - 250m Gauge Gauge:  28 sts and 38 rows = 10 cm Size - Fingering Recommended Needle - 3mm

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Our cashmere is a soft, exclusive lace weight yarn which can be worked alone for a super soft and luxurious result, or it can be worked together with other yarn like our Merino, as an alternative to Soft Silk Mohair, for a soft and smooth finish. Our Cashmere comes from goats in Mongolia and China. In Mongolia the goats move free in the grasslands with their herdsmen who live as nomads. In China the goats are kept and fed on farms from winter until rain falls and make the grassland green. When the grass is grown long enough, the animals are let free during the day and return to the farms for the night. The farms and herdsmen are visited twice a year to ensure that the animals are kept and treated respectfully.

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Knitting for Olive No Waste Wool (50g) Introducing No Waste Wool, an eco-friendly yarn composed of 50% recycled wool and 50% extra fine Merino, all traceable and sourced from non-mulesed practices. Experience the exceptional softness and exquisite woolen texture of this yarn. The recycled wool is derived from surplus fibers in the production of other yarns. By blending these discarded wool fibers with our Merino, we create a strong, sustainable yarn, minimizing waste and contributing to a more environmentally conscious approach to yarn production Material 50 % recycled wool, 50 % extrafine traceable non-mulesed merino wool Length:  225m Weight:  50g Gauge Gauge:  28 sts and 38 rows = 10 cm Size - Fingering Recommended Needle - 3mm Made in Italy

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