Driftwood DK · Old Growth
New growth at the edge of old forest. The particular yellow-green of cedar in early light, when the canopy is backlit and the light seems to come from within. Alive. Ancient.
Old Growth is that green.
Not dark. Not quiet. A colour with genuine presence, that reads differently in every light you carry it into. Forest floor and canopy, all at once.
On Driftwood DK, the merino, silk, and yak blend gives Old Growth weight and body. The olive deep, the colour of the forest itself. Not the heights of the canopy nor the forest floor. The place where the trees have been standing longest.
Driftwood DK is a four-ply blend of 60% superwash merino, 20% silk, and 20% yak, spun to a DK weight. The merino provides bounce and structure; the yak adds depth and a subtle natural colour influence; the silk contributes a gentle lustre. A warm, resilient yarn suited to garments and accessories where colour richness and stitch definition matter equally.
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.
60% Superwash Merino / 20% Silk / 20% Yak . 100g . 212m (231 yards) . DK weight
Lot 1.
Frequently asked questions
Hand wash in cool water with a gentle wool wash. Lay flat to dry, away from direct sunlight. Avoid wringing or twisting. Block gently to shape if needed.
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.
A Rare Find
Yak fibre is gathered from herds that live where little else can, high, cold, and remote. Combined with silk, it becomes something genuinely uncommon, a yarn as rare as the places it comes from.
Two Fibres, One Colour
Yak draws colour in, soft and matte. Silk holds it at the surface, catching light. Together in one strand, a single shade becomes many things at once, depth, shimmer, and quiet contrast.
In the Hand
Yak is downy and warm, soft against the skin without the itch of coarser wools. Silk adds a cool smoothness, a gentle slip between the fingers. Together, they’re luxurious to hold, and even better to wear.
A Rare Find
Yak fibre is gathered from herds that live where little else can, high, cold, and remote. Combined with silk, it becomes something genuinely uncommon, a yarn as rare as the places it comes from.
Two Fibres, One Colour
Yak draws colour in, soft and matte. Silk holds it at the surface, catching light. Together in one strand, a single shade becomes many things at once, depth, shimmer, and quiet contrast.
In the Hand
Yak is downy and warm, soft against the skin without the itch of coarser wools. Silk adds a cool smoothness, a gentle slip between the fingers. Together, they’re luxurious to hold, and even better to wear.
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