Blue Faced Leicester Sport/DK Yarn

This wonderful yarn reflects the qualities of the sheep breed who made it! The Bluefaced Leicester (BFL) sheep breed originated in the early 1900’s in Northumberland County, England. One of the finest of the English longwool breeds, BFL fiber is soft and has a long staple length. It creates a soft yarn with wonderful stitch definition that is resistant to pilling. BFL sheep are most commonly white, with the occasional black (medium grayish brown), and have dark facial skin under white hair, producing a “blue faced” appearance. This BFL yarn is a blend of white and colored wool for an earthy, oatmeal brown shade with a warm glow.  This yarn pairs beautifully with the other JaggerSpun yarns as well (Gotland, Marl Ragg and Heather Fingering), giving you endless colorwork combinations! About the yarn: 100% undyed BFL wool, grown in the UK and spun in Maine Sport/DK weight 100 grams/370 yards Gauge: 20 - 24 stitches/4 inches on US size 3-6 needles Hand wash in cool water; lay flat to dry