If you’ve checked out my collection of handspun yarn you might have noticed that I use a lot of Merno wool – sometimes as the main base, sometimes just mixed in to the blend, but either way it’s often there.
But why?
Read on to find out:
It’s soft
A fairly high proportion of people avoid wool because it feels rough or scratchy, even itchy against the skin.
Not Merino!
The individual fibres are much finer than most other wool types, which makes the resulting fabric super soft and comfortable to wear.
It’s breathable
The shape of Merino fibres creates air pockets in the fabric, which lets air filter through it. This means that you’re much more likely to stay a comfortable temperature when wearing Merino, so you can wear it almost all year round!
It wicks away moisture
No more feeling sweaty!
Merino can absorb up to 30% of its weight in moisture without feeling wet against the skin. This means it wicks moisture away from the skin, allowing it to evaporate more easily – so you can wear Merino even while doing light exercise without feeling clammy (a BIG plus for me).
It’s odor-resistant
Merino wool has anti-bacterial properties, which means unpleasant smells are less likely to build up – so you can wear your garments at least a few times before needing to wash them!
It’s natural
Ok, so maybe this is an obvious one – it’s a type of wool, so of course it’s a natural product!
But I think it’s still a good point in its favour.
I’m not a fanatic about using natural materials, by any stretch (although in many ways I wish I was), but I do try to use them where I can. And Merino wool is one of my favourites!
Of course, there are downsides too. I’m not going to go into them today (maybe I will another time), but you can easily find out more about Merino wool online if you’re interested.
Want to know what I think about other fibre types? Drop me a message with your suggestions!
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