Bluefaced Leicester Roving from Laxtons

Bluefaced Leicester Roving

from Laxtons
Worsted (9 wpi) ?
220 yards
(201 meters)
100 grams
(3.53 ounces)
20.0 sts
= 4 inches
US 6 - 9 or 4 - 5.5mm
3.75mm (F) - 5.5mm (I)
100% Wool - Bluefaced Leicester (BFL)
singles
Ply: Single ply
Put up: Winding required
Source of fiber: United Kingdom
Milled: United Kingdom

This roving-style yarn has been made using 100% Bluefaced Leicester wool sourced form the British Wool Marketing Board in Bradford.

The yarn maximizes the characteristics of the Bluefaced Leicester in its handle and lustre/sheen. A gorgeous squashy pure British wool, sold undyed. Knits up beautifully & dyes well.

Recommended gauge is for a heavy DK, aka worsted weight.