I finally, finally finished spinning and plying ALL of this red merino that I’ve had for years. I definitely bought it at Rhinebeck, but I couldn’t say what year – maybe 2007 or 2008?
Before washing:
Drying:
Man that’s a lot of one yarn.
Finished.
Closeup. Sorry for the weird lighting in some of these – this one is the closest to true:
The stats:
100% merino, bought at Rhinebeck (pretty sure it’s Ashland Bay)
3 ply, DKish weight
750g / 26.5 oz
1885 yards.
1885 yards!
Now I just need to plan the perfect sweater for it. Or maybe a blanket?
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