Bases
Fingering
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Sock
・ 85% SW Extrafine Merino wool, 15% Nylon
・ Superwash
・ 4 ply
・ 400m/100g
Most versatile base in ITOBITO. Soft but tough. Recommended for garment, socks, accessories, anything!
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ECO Sock
・ 100% Non-SW Merino
・ Non-Superwash
・ 2 ply
・ 400m/100g
An instant crowd favorite since it's debut, the ECO Sock is bouncy and tough yet soft. Colors appear to be more spreaded and -
Sparkle Sock
・ 80% SW Extrafine Merino wool, 15% Nylon, 5% Gold Stellina
・ Superwash
・ 4 ply
・ 400m/100g
Almost the same as our regular Sock base but with added glitter and sparks! Due to the presence of Gold Stellina, it may cause itch or discomfort on next to skin garment. Great for socks though!
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Ramie Sock
・ 60% SW Merino, 20% Silk, 20% Ramie
・ Superwash
・ 4 ply
・ 400m/100g
Ramie is one of the strongest natural fiber made from plant that has a silky lustre, similar to silk. Combining with silk, expect this base to be super shiny! It has a soft and cooling texture, which is good for garment, socks and accessories, especially in summer.
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Merino Singles
・ 100% SW Extrafine Merino wool
・ Superwash
・ 1 ply
・ 380m/100g
Soft and plump with slight luster. Easily pilled but makes a gorgeous piece when knit with mohair. Recommended for delicate pieces or lightly worn garments.
Lace
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Moko Mohair
・ 60% Kid Mohair, 40% Silk
・ Non-Superwash
・ 1 ply
・ 600m/50g
Soft and silky, this base provides a light halo and silky touch. Perfect as accompaniment to any lace and fingering weight yarns or to be used even on it's own.
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Sara Suri
・ 75% Brushed Baby Suri Alpaca, 25% Mulberry Silk
・ Non-Superwash
・ 1 ply
・ 300m/50g
Loftier and much warmer than mohair, smooth and soft fluff of Sara Suri can be an accompaniment to any yarns or knitted on it's own as a lace/light fingering yarn. Recommended for sweaters and accessories alike.
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Merino Singles Lace
・ 100% SW Extrafine Merino wool
・ Non-Superwash
・ 1 ply
・ 800m/100g
Just like it's fingering counterpart, Merino Singles Lace takes up color beautifully. It's soft and plump texture makes wearing it a delight. -
Silky Merino Lace
・ 50% Silk, 50% SW Extrafine Merino wool
・ Superwash
・ 2 ply
・ 800m/100g
Shiny and luxurious without losing durability or thermal/cooling ability. Recommended for delicate and heirloom pieces.
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Sparkle Lace
・ 75% Extrafine Merino, 20% Silk, 5% Silver Stellina
・ Non-Superwash
・ 2 ply
・ 800m/100g
Add some glam onto your shawl or accessories with a little shine and spark! This sturdy lace will definitely make heads turn! -
BFL Lace
・ 100% BFL (ブリティッシュ・ブルーフェイスド) ウール
・ノンスーパーウォッシュ
・ 2 プライ
・ 800m/100g
このベースは非常に風通し良く、綺麗なステッチの定義を提供します。仕上がった作品にはたくさんの暖かさとふくらみを与えます。 -
ASCA Lace
・ 70% Baby Alpaca, 20% Silk, 10% Cashmere
・ Non-Superwash
・ 2 ply
・ 800m/100g
Ultra soft and drapey, this is the ultimate luxurious lace yarn for your lacey knits! As colors appear softer and muted compared to other lace bases, this gives a more romantic feeling to each stitch.
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Basil Lace
・ 70% ベビーアルパカ, 30% シルク
・ノンスーパーウォッシュ
・ 2 プライ
・ 800m/100g
このベースは、柔らかさ、色の吸収、ステッチの定義においてASCAレースと非常に似ています。また、ややドレープ感が少ないです。それでも、肌に贅沢な感触で美しいショールを作ります。
Sport
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Darumerino
・ 100% Extrafine Merino
・ Superwash
・ 2 ply
・ 290m/100g *info updated*
This base is the same based used in Daruma's 「Super Wash Merino」by the popular yarn company based in Osaka, Yokota Co. Ltd. It's a sturdy base that gives good stitch definition. It's a versatile base that can be used on socks, accessories and garment alike!
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Rambino
・ 100% Rambouillet Merino
・ Non-superwash
・ 4 ply
・ 290m/100g
Soft to the touch, tough and springy. This sport weight yarn is very bouncy and creates beautiful stitches. It’s one of the best non-superwash base in our collection!
DK
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Merino DK
・ 100% SW Extrafine Merino wool
・ Superwash
・ 4 ply
・ 225m/100g
Round and plush AND not forget squishy, this base is perfect for fast sweater or accessories knitting. With 4-ply spun for toughness, it's even great as socks! We've updated our DK to 225m to stay true to the DK thickness.