Content: 90% Superwash Merino, 10% Silk
Yarn weight: Fingering
Gauge: 28-32 sts = 4”
Needle size: 2.25-2.5 mm / 1-1.5 US
Yardage: 420 yards / 385m = 115g
Care: Machine wash in cold water

Feels like: Smooth, soft, slightly drapy
Use for: Garments, accessories, shawls, etc.
Project Suggestions: See below - we have lots!

We love Leizu Fingering by Julie Asselin! Not only is it dyed and spun in Canada, Julie’s colourways are always perfect, and the 90% superwash merino / 10% silk blend makes it ideal for a huge range of projects. The name for this yarn is inspired by Leizu, a legendary Chinese empress who, according to legend, discovered silk and sericulture when a silk worm’s cocoon fell into her tea.

Check our Leizu DK and Leizu Worsted for thicker versions of the same yarn.

Because it’s a hand dyed yarn, we recommend that you buy enough for your project - we may not be able to get the same colour, and there are no dye lots.

Looking for project ideas? Why not try our Baby Bundle Kit, or knit yourself a Piece of Silver or No Frills Sweater using Leizu (held together with Silk Mohair).

If you’re thinking about using Leizu Fingering in your next project, we have a handy guide to using hand dyed yarn here.

*Images depict colourways only. Yarn base may differ.