{"product_id":"big-mountain-cormo-worsted-dove","title":"Big Mountain Cormo Worsted, Dove","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"migrated-content__description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe teamed up with Earthstar Farm, a small, regenerative farm in Whitefish, Montana \u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW108318015 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW108318015 BCX0\"\u003etucked at the foot of Big Mountain's snowy slopes, to bring you Big Mountain Cormo Worsted, an incredibly special undyed 100% Cormo wool yarn. Every stitch connects you to a happy flock of gorgeous sheep that thrive in the high mountain air!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout This Yarn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll of the wool for Big Mountain Cormo Worsted comes from Earthstar Farm's small, beloved flock of pasture-raised Cormo sheep who love their Rocky Mountain lives. The farm's \u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW99302926 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99302926 BCX0\"\u003epractices are time-tested, gentle,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99302926 BCX0\"\u003e and humane, and t\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"EOP SCXW99302926 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\"\u003ehe wool is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003ecombed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003e and\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003espun into yarn \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003eby an artisanal family mill in Wyomin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003eg. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003ehe whole process, from shearing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003e to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213931265 BCX0\"\u003emilling, happens just once a year... This is truly a small-batch yarn!\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Cormo breed is a cross between Corriedale and Saxon merino, and their beautiful wool is prized for its exceptional softness, elasticity, and lightweight warmth. \u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW39984264 BCX0\"\u003eCormo sheep were first bred in Tasmania, Australia in 1959 and were imported to the United States in 1976. Earthstar Farm's flock are the direct descendants of those first American Cormos. \u003c\/span\u003eT\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW76729219 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76729219 BCX0\"\u003ehe deep-cold winter climate of the Montana Rockies helps these sheep grow extra fine and thick fleece to keep them snug without weighing them down... Music to knitter's ears!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig Mountain Cormo Worsted comes in five undyed shades, a naturally beautiful palette straight from the sheep. The farm carefully breeds for three pure, unmixed colors: Swan, a soft creamy white; Raven, a rich, complex brown-black; and Merlin, a warm, taupe-y moorit color. Two mixed grays, Eiderdown and Dove, complete the range and round out the collection with subtle complexity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA round, 3-ply yarn at a classic worsted weight, Big Mountain Cormo Worsted knits up quickly, and you'll love this earthy yarn's springy bounce, clear stitch definition, and velvety next-to-skin softness. Use it for all kinds of wonderfully sheep-y accessories and sweaters that highlight the wool’s natural beauty. Explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/category\/all-knitting-patterns\/filter-big-mountain-cormo-worsted\/\"\u003eBig Mountain Cormo Worsted knitting patterns\u003c\/a\u003e for some amazing ideas!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContent:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% undyed Cormo wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50 grams (1.76 ounces)  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 yards (100 meters)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.25-4.75 stitches per inch, worsted\/aran-weight yarn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Knitting Needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e US 6-9 (4-5.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Crochet Hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e F-I (4-5.5 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash, lay flat to dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMilled In:\u003c\/strong\u003e USA \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSustainability + Environmental Impact\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarthstar Farm is a small farm in Whitefish, Montana, raising sheep, chickens, honeybees, and crops in harmony with the earth, practicing regenerative farming with a philosophy of stewardship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheir flock of pasture-raised Cormo sheep have names not numbers and are treated with love, kindness, and respect, producing exceptionally soft wool while supporting a thriving, humane flock. Earthstar Farm is a member of the \u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW41909 BCX0\"\u003eCormo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41909 BCX0\"\u003e Wool Association and Grown \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun ContextualSpellingAndGrammarErrorV2Themed SCXW41909 BCX0\"\u003eIn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW41909 BCX0\"\u003e Montana Association.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBig Mountain Cormo Worsted is spun from a small annual shearing, keeping the process small-batch, sustainable, and connected to the land and community.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended Substitutions For Big Mountain Cormo Worsted\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLooking for more yarn like this? Our highland wool and alpaca \u003ca href=\"\/products\/yonder\"\u003eYonder\u003c\/a\u003e knits up at a similar gauge and is another very classic, fiber-forward, knitterly yarn. For a plant-based option, you'll love \u003ca href=\"\/products\/june-worsted\"\u003eJune Worsted\u003c\/a\u003e's mix of organically-grown cotton and Belgian linen! A slightly finer-gauge yarn with a similarly sheep-y feel and special heritage, our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/vinter-wool\"\u003eVinter Wool\u003c\/a\u003e yarn from Norway is hand-dyed and a celebration of one of the world's oldest sheep breeds!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShop our other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yarn-worsted-aran-4-5\"\u003eworsted-weight yarn\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/yarn-wool\"\u003ewool yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, all available only at Purl Soho.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn more about how to substitute yarn with our confidence-boosting \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/yarn-substitution-made-easy\/\"\u003eYarn Substitution Made Easy\u003c\/a\u003e article!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn More\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/what-is-worsted-weight-yarn\/\"\u003eabout worsted-weight yarn\u003c\/a\u003e in our complete guide! What makes yarn a worsted weight, and what's the difference between worsted weight and similar-but-different aran weight? Get the answers to all your questions and find just the right worsted-weight yarn for your knitting pattern! \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDive into the world of yarn with our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/create\/complete-guide-to-yarn\/\"\u003eComplete Guide To Yarn\u003c\/a\u003e, exploring fiber, spin, weight, dyeing, and more. It's truly a Yarn School 101 for all the basics knitters need to know about yarn!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Purl Soho + Earthstar Farm","offers":[{"title":"Dove","offer_id":42658987933790,"sku":"BMCW-0220","price":34.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/4386\/0574\/files\/dove-purl-soho-big-mountain-cormo-worsted-wool_1_0d18bf6e-8449-40d4-a6f8-c6a5451ebf71.jpg?v=1785267567","url":"https:\/\/www.purlsoho.com\/products\/big-mountain-cormo-worsted-dove","provider":"Purl Soho","version":"1.0","type":"link"}