About Our Yarn Bases

   All the bases offered by Jolly Holiday Yarns are sourced from reliable material suppliers where we can establish best practice in relation to animal care and the environment, as well as the best rearing and grading practices. No animals are injured to provide our fiber as we only use shorn or material that has shed naturally from the animal.

   The bases are sourced from Australia (the farms are certified Mulesing Free), South America, and South Africa. All our wool is sourced from farms which comply with high animal welfare standards. The fibers are sourced by my yarn supplier and are sent to Italy for spinning before heading to my little shop.

 

Yarn Bases

Sock 

Basic Sock

85% Extra Fine Super Wash Merino 
15% Nylon


The Extra-Fine merino wool makes this yarn luxuriously soft and bouncy for next-to-skin comfort. A little nylon is added for extra durability. This yarn is so versatile and can be used for any next-to-skin project and items where a little more durability is required, such as socks and gloves.


Approx. 437 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 2.5 - 4 mm 
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : C - G
Gauge (stockinette stitch): 28sts x 36 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 3.25mm (US 3) needles

Stardust Sock

75% Extra Fine Super Wash Merino
15% Nylon
10% Silver Stellina
or
75% Super Wash Merino
20% Nylon
5% Silver Stellina

If one base is preferred over the other, please get in touch with us before placing your order

The Extra-Fine merino wool makes this yarn luxuriously soft and bouncy for next-to-skin comfort. A little nylon is added for extra durability and silver stellina for lots of sparkle. This yarn is so versatile and can be used for any next-to-skin project (scarves, sweaters, etc.) and items where a little more durability is required, such as socks and gloves. This results in a super soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.

Approx. 437 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 2.5 - 4 mm
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : C - G
Gauge (stockinette stitch): 28sts x 36 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 3.25mm (US 3) needles 

Sunshine Sock

80% Extra Fine Super Wash Merino
15% Nylon
5% Gold Stellina

The Extra-Fine merino wool makes this yarn luxuriously soft and bouncy for next-to-skin comfort. A little nylon is added for extra durability and 5% gold stellina for a subtle sparkle. This yarn is versatile and can be used for any next-to-skin project and items where a little more durability is required, such as socks and gloves. This results in a soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.

 

Approx. 437 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 2.5 - 4 mm
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : C - G
Gauge (stockinette stitch): 28sts x 36 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 3.25mm (US 3) needles

Here is a quick comparison of the Stardust and Sunshine yarn bases. 

 

Fluffy Sock

56% Extra Fine Super Wash Merino
44% Super Kid Mohair

This yarn is next to skin soft, slightly fuzzy, and has a beautiful pearly luster halo due to the fineness of the mohair used. Although technically a fingering weight yarn, you can also treat it like a thicker sport weight yarn and knit on larger needles. This allows the mohair fibers more room to bloom and reach their full fuzzy potential. It is delightful worked up into lightweight shawls, cardigans, hats, and cowls.

Approx. 393 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 2.5 - 4mm 
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : C - G
Gauge (stockinette stitch): 28sts x 36 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 3.25mm (US 3) needles

DK

Basic DK

85% Extra Fine Super Wash Merino 
15% Nylon
One of our bestselling blends. This yarn is so versatile and can be used for any next-to-skin projects (scarves, sweaters, etc.) and items where a little more durability is required,. The Extra-Fine merino wool makes this yarn luxuriously soft and bouncy for next-to-skin comfort. A little nylon is added for extra durability. This results in a super soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.

 

Approx. 246 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 3.5 - 4.5 mm 
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : E - G
Gauge (stockinette stitch): 22 sts x 30 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 4mm (US 6) needles

 

Delicious DK

80% Super Wash Merino,
10% Cashmere
10% Nylon

Extra Fine super wash merino wool is blended with cashmere for a super soft, plump yarn with next to the skin softness. Nylon is added for durability. Perfect for luxurious sweaters, socks, gloves, and shawls. 

 

Approx. 246 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 3.5 - 4.5 mm 
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : E - G
Gauge (stockinette stitch): 22sts x 30 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 4mm (US 6) needles

 

Worsted/Aran

Basic Worsted/Aran

100% Extra Fine Super Wash Merino

 Extra Fine (19.5 micron) merino is used for these yarns. This results in a super soft yarn that feels gentle against the skin. A very versatile yarn, it can be used for shawls, wraps, mittens, and sweaters; it is also suitable for children's and baby clothes.

 Aprox.196 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 4.5 - 5.5 mm 
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : G - I
Gauge (stockinette stitch): 18sts x 24 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 5mm (US 8) needles

 

 Chunky

Basic Chunky

100% Extra Fine Super Wash Merino

Extra Fine (19.5 micron) merino is used for these yarns. It feels soft and gentle against the skin. Soft and cushiony with a slight sheen. It knits up quickly and is ideal for last-minute gifts. One hank is enough for a snuggly cowl, hat, fingerless mitts, or headband; it is also suitable for children's and baby clothes. Very soft and springy.

Aprox.109 yards per 100-gram hank
Recommended Knitting Needle Size: 5.5 - 6 mm 
Recommended Crochet Hook Size : I - J
Gauge (stockinette stitch):15 sts x 20 rows over 4 inches on 6mm needles

 

 Comparing Our Bases

Top-Down (thinnest to thickest)- Fluffy Sock, Basic Sock, Stardust Sock, Sunshine Sock, Basic DK, Delicious DK, Basic Worsted/Aran & Basic Chunky

Looking for a base that’s not listed or have questions about one of our bases? Contact me to see if I can help.