Wanderlust — the word means a strong desire to travel, and the yarn lives up to the name. This is baa ram ewe's breed-specific 4ply sock yarn, blending 80% Masham with 20% nylon. Masham is a British crossbreed with a long, lustrous fleece that gives the yarn excellent stitch definition and a distinctive character that synthetic bases simply cannot replicate. The 20% nylon adds the durability that sock yarn needs without compromising the natural quality of the fibre. The result is a yarn that is soft, hardwearing, and full of personality.
The colourways are named after beautiful walks in the British Isles — Goatfell, Cobbler, Roseberry, Fairy Pools, Grasmere, Cat Bells, Haystacks, Buttermere, Causeway, Blencathra. If you need inspiration for your next walk, baa ram ewe suggest you simply look at your favourite shade. At 468m per 100g this is a generously yardaged sock yarn that will comfortably knit a pair of socks and leave yarn to spare for a second project.
100% of baa ram ewe's wool comes from non-mulesed sheep. Meets BS 984.
- Composition: 80% Masham, 20% Nylon
- Weight: 4ply / Fingering
- Hank size: 100g
- Approximate meterage: 468m / 511yds per 100g
- Suggested needle size: 2.5mm
- Tension: 31 sts × 40 rows to 10cm on 2.5mm needles
- Care: Machine wash at 30°C wool programme
- British Masham wool, non-mulesed
- Brand: baa ram ewe
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Masham wool?
Masham is a British crossbreed sheep — a cross between Dalesbred or Swaledale ewes and Bluefaced Leicester rams, producing a fleece that combines the hardiness of upland breeds with a longer, more lustrous staple. The wool has excellent stitch definition when knitted and a natural crimp that gives it good elasticity. It is less common in commercial yarn than Merino or BFL, which makes Wanderlust a genuinely distinctive product.
Is this suitable for socks?
Yes — it is specifically designed as a sock yarn. The 80/20 Masham/nylon blend provides the durability that socks require, and the 4ply weight and tight tension produce a dense, hard-wearing fabric. The 468m yardage is enough for a standard pair of adult socks with yarn to spare.
Can I use it for other projects?
Yes — 4ply is a versatile weight. Wanderlust works well for shawls, lightweight accessories, colourwork, and any project where fine, high-definition stitch work is the aim. The meterage per 100g is generous for a 4ply, which makes it good value for larger shawls and colourwork yardage requirements.
Is it machine washable?
Yes — machine wash at 30°C on a wool programme. This is unusually convenient for a British breed sock yarn and is due to the nylon content providing stability during washing.
How much do I need for a pair of socks?
A standard pair of adult socks typically uses 350–420m of 4ply, so one 100g skein of Wanderlust at 468m is usually sufficient for a full pair with some left over. Larger sizes or longer leg lengths may need a second skein.
