{"product_id":"blue-sky-fibres-woolstock-light","title":"Blue Sky Fibers Woolstok Light — 100% Fine Highland Wool, Fingering Weight","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWoolstok Light is the fingering-weight version of Blue Sky Fibers' much-loved Woolstok Worsted — the same 100% fine Highland wool, the same rich modern colour palette, but spun as a single-ply fingering weight with a softness and loft that makes it genuinely special to knit with.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eIt's the kind of yarn that immediately feels right on the needles. The single-ply construction gives it a beautiful bloom and a lightness that you don't always get from tightly spun wool, while the quality of the Highland wool means it has real stitch definition — your cables pop, your colourwork sits crisp, your lace reads clearly. It's soft enough to wear next to skin, sturdy enough to hold its shape in a finished garment, and the colour palette — drawn directly from the original Woolstok range — covers everything from rich jewel tones to warm neutrals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe key specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e100% Fine Highland Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFingering weight, single ply\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e50g \/ 218 yards (200m) per hank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSuggested needle size: 3–3.75mm (US 3–5), though it swatches beautifully on larger needles too\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eGauge: approximately 32 sts = 4 inches on recommended needles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eCare: hand wash in tepid water with mild soap, or dry clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it's great for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woolstok Light shines in colourwork — the small hank size means you can work with lots of colours without committing to large quantities of each, and the single-ply construction gives a clean stitch that reads beautifully in stranded patterns. It's equally at home in lace shawls, where the bloom of the yarn softens the fabric without losing the structure of the pattern, and in cabled accessories where the stitch definition lets the cable detail breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eGood project matches include: colourwork hats, cowls and yokes, lace shawls, light fingering-weight sweaters, and textured accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Woolstok Light suitable for colourwork?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — it's one of the best fingering-weight yarns for colourwork. The small 50g hank size means you can buy a range of colours economically, and the single-ply Highland wool gives clean, crisp stitch definition that makes stranded patterns really sing. The slight halo of the yarn also helps neighbouring colours blend softly at the edges of your motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Woolstok Light scratchy?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — despite being a pure Highland wool, Woolstok Light has a notably soft hand for a non-superwash yarn. That said, fibre sensitivity varies between people. If you're knitting for someone who is sensitive to wool, we'd recommend a superwash merino alternative — our team can advise in-store or via \u003ca class=\"underline underline underline-offset-2 decoration-1 decoration-current\/40 hover:decoration-current focus:decoration-current\" href=\"mailto:hello@craftandcanvas.live\"\u003ehello@craftandcanvas.live\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a superwash yarn?\u003c\/strong\u003e No — Woolstok Light is not superwash treated, which means it needs to be hand washed in cool or tepid water and laid flat to dry. The benefit of this is that the wool retains its natural loft, bloom, and breathability that superwash processing can reduce. With proper care, finished garments and accessories will last for years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow many skeins do I need?\u003c\/strong\u003e For a lace shawl or large colourwork accessory, most patterns use 1–3 skeins. For a fingering-weight sweater, you'll typically need 6–10 skeins depending on size. The small hank size (50g \/ 218 yards) makes it easy to buy multiple colours for a colourwork project without overspending. If you're unsure, bring your pattern in-store or email us and we'll help you calculate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat needle size should I use?\u003c\/strong\u003e The suggested range is 3–3.75mm (US 3–5), but Woolstok Light is forgiving — it swatches well on larger needles too if you prefer a more relaxed fabric. Always knit a swatch and wash it before starting your project, as the yarn blooms slightly after washing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use Woolstok Light for crochet?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the single-ply construction and soft hand make it a lovely choice for lace crochet and colourwork crochet projects. Use a hook around 3–4mm as a starting point and adjust to achieve the fabric you want.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Malabrigo","offers":[{"title":"Cast Iron","offer_id":56644531290487,"sku":"BSF2300","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Storm Cloud","offer_id":56644531323255,"sku":"BSF2301","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Gravel Road","offer_id":56644531356023,"sku":"BSF2302","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Highland Fleece","offer_id":56644531388791,"sku":"BSF2303","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"October Sky","offer_id":56644531421559,"sku":"BSF2305","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Wild Thyme","offer_id":56644531454327,"sku":"BSF2306","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pressed Grapes","offer_id":56644531487095,"sku":"BSF2307","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Golden Meadow","offer_id":56644531519863,"sku":"BSF2308","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Earth Ivy","offer_id":56644531552631,"sku":"BSF2309","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Rusted Roof","offer_id":56644531585399,"sku":"BSF2311","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Dark Chocolate","offer_id":56644531618167,"sku":"BSF2313","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Deep Velvet","offer_id":56644531650935,"sku":"BSF2314","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red Rock","offer_id":56644531683703,"sku":"BSF2315","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Midnight Sea","offer_id":56644531716471,"sku":"BSF2317","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Thermal Springs","offer_id":56644531749239,"sku":"BSF2318","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Quartz Crystal","offer_id":56644531782007,"sku":"BSF2319","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Loon Lake","offer_id":56644531814775,"sku":"BSF2321","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Northern Lights","offer_id":56644531847543,"sku":"BSF2322","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"Morning Frost","offer_id":56644531880311,"sku":"BSF2324","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mossy Green","offer_id":56644531913079,"sku":"BSF2326","price":9.75,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2288\/5428\/files\/cast_iron.jpg?v=1769955908","url":"https:\/\/craftandcanvas.live\/products\/blue-sky-fibres-woolstock-light","provider":"Craft and Canvas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}