BFL Fingering · Maelstrom
A whirlpool doesn’t announce itself. One moment the water is moving; the next, you are inside it. Dark, cold, turning. The particular blue-green of water that has no intention of letting go.
Maelstrom is that colour. On some bases it reads with depth and turbulence, darker blues moving within the teal. On others, the same colour sits clear and even at the surface. The same water. Different depths.
On BFL Fingering, the Bluefaced Leicester gives Maelstrom a natural lustre and a slightly cooler, crisper character than the merino bases. The longwool fibre has genuine presence, and on this base the teal reads slightly more blue and more silvery. Less green, more sea.
BFL Fingering is a blend of 80% Bluefaced Leicester and 20% nylon, spun to a fingering weight. Bluefaced Leicester is a longwool breed known for its natural lustre and slightly firmer hand compared to fine merino. The nylon adds durability and resilience. This is a yarn with texture and character, honest in the hand, with good stitch definition and a natural sheen from the longwool fibre.
Dyed in small batches in Nanoose Bay, British Columbia, using acid dyes on protein fibre. Each skein is individually hand-dyed. Tonal variation between skeins is natural and part of what makes each piece unique.
80% Bluefaced Leicester / 20% Nylon · 115g · 384m (420 yards) · Fingering weight
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Frequently asked questions
Machine washable on a gentle wool cycle, or hand wash in cool water. Lay flat to dry, away from direct sunlight.
Each skein is hand-dyed in small batches, so subtle variations in colour and saturation are part of the character of these yarns. For larger projects, we recommend purchasing skeins from the same dye lot where possible, noted on the label, or alternating between lots as you work for the most even result.
Orders are typically prepared and shipped within 3-5 business days. Local pickup and delivery available for Nanoose Bay, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, Errington, Coombs, and Lantzville, see details at checkout.
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