Introducing Mian Cotton & Darnie Yarns

I have been on the hunt for a great fingering weight cotton that is just the thing for baby knits. Great price-point coupled with quality and ethically sourced all in one great yarn! Mian Cotton fits ALL of that, plus it is distributed in the Pacific Northwest!

Soft, strong, and a wide range of colors? Yes! This lovely fingering weight cotton is sourced from Ethically Certified mills in China where fair wages for fair work are given. We love the quality of this yarn and hand of the fabric.

100% Cotton
50g
~185 yards

I instantly cast-on this adorable romper (I was hoping to be completely done by now...but haven't been able to knit quite as much as I hoped!)

Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/ruffle-romper-and-ruffle-dress

Another yarn distributed by the same gal, is Studio Donegal Darnie.

New from Studio Donegal, this 100% pure wool is perfect for stranded knitting, shawls, garments, and accessories. This yarn softens with age and wear. With 14 beautiful colors to choose from, this could quickly become your go-to yarn.

FINGERING WEIGHT

Content: 100% Pure Lambs's Wool

100 Gram Hank

448 Yards/410 Meters Per Hank

Recommended Needle Size: US 1-3 (2.25mm - 3.25mm)

Stitches Per Inch: 30 Stitches = 4 Inches

Care: Hand Wash, Cold Water / Lay Flat to Dry

I'm thinking a colorwork sweater by Jennifer Steingass is absolutely necessary for this yarn! Something like this....

Pattern: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/goldenfern

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