Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK

There are baby yarns, and then there are yarns that feel genuinely special the moment you pick them up. Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk DK sits firmly in the second category. Formerly sold as Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK — a yarn with a devoted following among baby knitters — it has since joined the Sirdar Snuggly family, bringing the same exceptional fibre blend to one of Britain's most trusted baby yarn brands.

The composition is the whole story here. A blend of 75% extra fine merino wool, 20% silk, and 5% Himalayan cashmere, each fibre earns its place. The extra fine merino provides softness, warmth, and structure. The silk adds a subtle sheen and a smooth, fluid quality that makes the yarn a genuine pleasure to knit. The cashmere — even at just 5% — lifts the whole blend into something noticeably different, contributing an unmatched softness against the skin that makes it ideal for garments worn next to a newborn's delicate complexion.

Despite its luxurious fibre content, Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk DK is machine washable on a gentle wool cycle at 30°C — an essential practical consideration for anything made for a baby. The stitch definition is excellent, making it well suited to textured patterns, colourwork, and the kind of fine detailing that turns a handknitted baby garment into something truly heirloom quality.

The colour palette takes its cues from fairy tales — classic baby pastels alongside richer, more contemporary baby shades that feel fresh and modern without losing the timeless quality that makes hand knitted baby gifts so special.

Fibre content: 75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 20% Silk, 5% Cashmere Ball weight: 50g Meterage: 116m per ball Weight: DK Recommended needle size: 4mm (UK 8 / US 6) Tension: 22 stitches to 10cm in stocking stitch

Is Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk the same as Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk? Yes. This yarn was formerly produced and sold under the Sublime Yarns brand as Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK. The range has since moved to Sirdar's Snuggly family, retaining the same fibre blend and quality. If you knitted with Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk, this is the same yarn.

Is it safe for newborn skin? Yes. The extra fine merino, silk, and cashmere blend is exceptionally soft and gentle, making it suitable for garments worn directly against a newborn's skin. It is free from the scratchiness associated with standard wool.

Can it be machine washed? Yes — on a gentle wool cycle at a maximum of 30°C. This is a significant practical advantage for a luxury baby yarn, making finished garments genuinely easy to care for.

What projects is it best suited to? Baby garments of all kinds — cardigans, jumpers, hats, bootees, and blankets. The crisp stitch definition makes it particularly rewarding for textured stitch patterns, lace, and colourwork. It is also well suited to making heirloom-quality items intended to be kept and passed on.

How much yarn do I need for a baby garment? This will depend on the pattern and the size being knitted, but as a general guide a simple newborn cardigan typically requires two to three balls, and a baby blanket four to six balls or more. Always check your pattern's yarn requirements before purchasing.

• Composition. 75% Merino Wool 20% Silk 5% Cashmere.
• Tension. 22 stitches x 28 rows to 10cm / 4"
• Ball Weight. 50g In accordance with BS984
• Yarn Weight. Double Knitting
• Yarn Length

  130 metres (142 yards) approx

• Knitting Needle Size 4 mm (USA 6)
• Crochet Hook Size 4 mm (USA G/6)
• Washing Instructions. 40 Machine Wash / Wool Cycle