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Merino Yarns

 

When it comes to merino wool in NZ, we've spent over 40 years making sure Wild & Woolly Yarns carries the very best. Merino is our most-loved fibre — and for good reason. Its ultra-fine staple makes it extraordinarily soft against the skin, without any of the scratchiness that puts people off traditional wool. It's the fibre that converts people from "I can't wear wool" to "I'll take three skeins."

New Zealand has a deep connection to merino — our high-country merino flocks produce some of the finest fibre in the world, and that quality shines through in the yarns you'll find here. Our merino range spans weights from delicate lace through to chunky, so whatever project you have in mind, there's a merino yarn to match.

Merino is naturally temperature-regulating, moisture-wicking, and machine washable in many of our treated options — making it as practical as it is beautiful. It's ideal for garments worn close to the skin: base layers, baby knits, scarves, and lightweight sweaters.

Browse our full merino collection online or come in and feel the difference for yourself at our Milford store. Our team loves nothing more than matching a maker to their perfect merino.
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    Sesia Nordica Italian Merino - 8ply

    36 in stock

    Sesia Nordica – 100% Extrafine Merino Wool Luxuriously soft, naturally warm, and crafted with care in Italy, Sesia Nordica is your go-to DK/8ply ya...

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    175.0m | $0.08 NZD / m

    New Zealand Merino 4ply

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    New Zealand Merino 4ply / Fingering A timeless staple in beautifully soft New Zealand merino. New Zealand Merino 4ply is a true essential for knitt...

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    125.0m | $0.18 NZD / m

    Sesia Nordica Prints - 8ply Italian Merino

    15 in stock

    Sesia Nordica Print – Luxurious Merino Wool with a Stunning Print Effect Description:Indulge in the supreme softness and versatility of Sesia Nordi...

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    Broadway Merino - 8Ply

    16 in stock

    Broadway Merino DK is a soft merino Italian yarn that is a high-quality 100% Superfine and superwash Merino. The colour palette extends beyond the ...

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    Sesia Mistral - 4ply Merino

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    Italian Fine Merino 4ply – Machine Washable Beautifully soft and refined, this Italian Fine Merino 4ply is a premium lightweight yarn made from 100...

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    Crucci Luxury Crepe - 8ply

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    Crucci Luxury Merino Crepe 8 Ply Yarn Indulge in the ultimate knitting experience with Crucci's Luxury Merino Crepe 8 Ply Yarn. This exquisite yar...

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    HARMONY - African Expressions 10Ply Merino

    16 in stock

    Knit in Harmony - Soft and warm South African Wool African Expressions was birthed from a dream of uniting Africa's delightful splendour with the r...

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    Crucci Aella Alpaca Merino - 8ply

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    Crucci Aella Alpaca Merino – 8ply / DK Soft merino warmth with a gentle alpaca halo. Crucci Aella Alpaca Merino 8ply is a beautifully soft merino a...

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    Sesia Mistral Baby Print Merino - 4ply

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    Sesia Mistral Baby 4ply Soft. Elegant. Pure Merino magic.If you’ve been looking for a baby-friendly, heirloom-worthy yarn that knits beautifully an...

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    192.0m | $0.17 NZD / m

    Malabrigo Rios

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    The Rios yarn is a 100% merino superwash, this is a soft, strong and washable worsted yarn. The plies help resist pilling, and its washability make...

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    Broadway NZ Naturals DK

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    Our Broadway Premium Merino Naturals range uses the finest NZ merino in 5 natural earthy tones. These superfine Merino yarns hves been grown in N...

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    Purrino Possum Merino - 8Ply

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    The all-new 'Purrino' 8ply is now available. Combining 20% NZ Brushtail Possum and 80% 18 micron fine Merino, this yarn boasts a remarkably soft fe...

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    Crucci Baby Love - 4Ply

    10 in stock

    Crucci Baby Love 4ply – 100% Merino Wool Soft, gentle, and full of love—this beautifully crafted 4ply yarn is perfect for your smallest creations. ...

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    Touch Yarns Possum, Merino, Silk Ultrafine 8ply

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    This deluxe Possum Yarn is a stunning combination of New Zealand possum fur and merino wool, with a hint of sumptuous silk. Its adaptability makes ...

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    350.0m | $0.08 NZD / m

    Sesia Scotland - 4Ply Merino

    10 in stock

    This yarn is a marvel, the appearance is that of a Shetland yarn but to the touch you will be enchanted by a soft delight.This yarn with an incredi...

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    104.0m | $0.21 NZD / m

    Possum Fusion 8ply

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    Naturally New Zealand Possum Fusion – Luxurious DK Yarn Description:Experience the unmatched softness and warmth of Naturally New Zealand Possum Fu...

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    200.0m | $0.11 NZD / m

    Chaska Puray Merino Silk 8ply

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    Chaska Puray – Luxurious Fine DK Yarn Description:Experience the ultimate blend of softness and lightness with Chaska Puray, a luxurious Fine DK ya...

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    ADORE - African Expressions 14Ply Mohair & Merino

    29 in stock

    Knit with Adore - Naturally soft & cosy for quick knitting African Expressions was birthed from a dream of uniting Africa's delightful splendor...

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    185.0m | $0.10 NZD / m

    Rosarios 4 Meia Print Sock Yarn - 4Ply

    6 in stock

    Rosarios4 Meia Sock Yarn - 4Ply is a unique blend of merino wool and polyamide, providing the perfect material for knitting socks. The wool offers ...

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    Soul - African Expressions 4Ply

    21 in stock

    Knit with Soul - Delicately spun for lightweight luxury Composition: 15% Kid Mohair | 15% Mulberry Silk | 50% Merino Wool | 20% Polyamide Ball Weig...

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    Rosarios 4 Meia Sock Yarn - 4Ply

    8 in stock

    Rosarios4 Meia Sock Yarn - 4Ply is a unique blend of merino wool and polyamide, providing the perfect material for knitting socks. The wool offers ...

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    Amano Awa - 8Ply

    6 in stock

    Awa in Quechua (The native language of the Incas) means fabric, weave or knitted. This unique blend of Baby alpaca, Merino wool and Pima cotton has...

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    Chaska Andes Tweed - Baby Alpaca & Merino DK

    13 in stock

    Chaska Andes Tweed – Baby Alpaca & Merino DK Soft, warm, and beautifully textured, Chaska Andes Tweed blends the luxury of baby alpaca ...

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    Cloud Merino - 12ply

    5 in stock

    Alpaca Yarns Cloud is a soft textured wool ideal for constructing simple, modern silhouettes and lush cuddly toys in 100% Merino. Composit...

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    700.0m | $0.11 NZD / m

    Sesia Talent - 4Ply Merino

    8 in stock

    Sesia Talent offers vibrant colors that will captivate knitters with every stitch. This yarn's gradient effect is carefully crafted to maintain c...

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    Crucci Aella Alpaca Merino - 12ply

    19 in stock

    Crucci Aella Alpaca Merino 12ply Crucci Aella Alpaca Merino 12ply is a beautifully soft and lofty yarn that blends the warmth of alpaca with the re...

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    200.0m | $0.16 NZD / m

    Soul Handpainted - African Expressions 4Ply

    12 in stock

    Knit with Soul - Delicately spun for lightweight luxury Composition: 15% Kid Mohair | 15% Mulberry Silk | 50% Merino Wool | 20% Polyamide Ball Weig...

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    Purrino Possum Merino - 4ply Sock

    8 in stock

    Purrino Sock 4 Ply Indulge in luxury with Purrino Sock 4 Ply, a beautifully soft yarn blended from New Zealand Brushtail Possum, Fine Merino, and N...

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    Enchanted - African Expressions 8Ply

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    Let creativity free with the Express Yourself yarn bases. 100% natural yarns for 100% enjoyment. A caressing blend of the finest Merino, Kid Mohai...

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    Desire - African Expressions 10ply

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    Let creativity free with the Express Yourself yarn bases. 100% natural yarns for 100% enjoyment. Tantalising to touch & a provocative blend for...

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    Charmed -African Expressions 5Ply

    20 in stock

    Let creativity free with the Express Yourself yarn bases. 100% natural yarns for 100% enjoyment.  Follow the magical thread to an inspirational des...

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