Wild Wool

Wild Wool is a blend of virgin wool and nettle fiber (stinging nettle) – a plant that grows without irrigation or pesticides. The wool comes from Corriedale sheep living in the Punta Arenas region of Chile. The yarn is spun in Italy. Nettle has been used in textiles for over 2000 years and is valued for its strength and durability. Only the long fiber from the middle of the plant's stem is spun. Nettle also grows abundantly in rainy regions and needs no pesticides at all. Blending it with high-quality wool brings out the special character of the nettle fiber, and the wool content gives it volume and structure. The result, despite the rather firm nettle fiber, is a wonderfully soft yarn in aran weight. The irresistible color palette is inspired by the wilderness.