Bijou Basin 50/50 Yak/Cormo Wool Blend Yarn

The luxury and softness of 50% Pure Yak combined with the beauty of 50% American Cormo Wool make this a yarn that is unmatched for softness, hand and drape. Designers rave about the knittability and workability of this yarn. Our most affordable blend that is uncomprosing in bringing you true Yak softness and quality at a great price. All natural colored fibers are blended to provide yarn colors that are either a soft chocolate brown or a rich cream. Skeins are 2oz, 150yds in a light worsted weight.

Yarn made from yak down is one of the most luxurious yarns found.  Warmer than wool and as soft as cashmere, yak yarn makes wonderful garments and accessories.  It is an extremely durable and lightweight fiber that preserves heat in the winter yet breathes for comfort in warmer weather. 

Yak yarn is completely odorless, does not shed and maintains warmth, even when wet.  Yak yarn is hypo-allergenic and non-irritating as it contains no animal oils or residue.  It can be hand washed with a gentle detergent.