Prosper Yarns Prosper DK

Why you'll love it

Prosper DK is a 100% superwash merino yarn that delivers next-to-skin softness, beautiful stitch definition and the vibrant shades Prosper Yarns is known for. 

This 8ply / DK weight yarn is ideal for jumpers and cardigans, shawls, scarves, hats and baby garments. It glides smoothly on 3.75–4mm needles, creating an even fabric with gentle bounce and natural elasticity.

With 225m per 100g skein and a gauge of 20–22 stitches per 10cm, it offers versatility for both garments and accessories, while the superwash finish means it can be gently machine washed and dried flat, making it practical for everyday wear and little ones.

Prosper DK is grown, milled and dyed in New Zealand, reflecting a commitment to quality fibre and thoughtful production. The hand-dyed colourways are layered and luminous, giving finished pieces depth and personality while retaining the softness and integrity of fine merino.

This is a hand dyed yarn and each skein is unique. For best results, we recommend alternating skeins when you work with it.

Specifications

Composition

100% superwash merino wool

Skein weight

100g

Yarn length

225m (246yds)

Yarn weight

8ply (DK)

Needle size

3.75mm - 4mm (US 5 to 6)

Knitting gauge

20-22 stitches to 10cm (4in)

Care guide

Gentle machine wash, dry flat, snuggle.

Hand dyed

Each skein is unique so we recommend alternating skeins when you work with it.

Need More?

Need more of a colour than we have in stock? Give us a call on 02 9554 7444 and we'll do our best to help.

We can let you know when more is due in, or help you track down a close match from our range.

Yarn Weight vs Yarn Ply

"Ply" technically refers to the construction of the yarn. It's the number of strands that are twisted together to make a single piece of yarn. While "ply" historically related to the thickness (or weight) of the yarn, today's spinning technology means that the number of plies doesn't always correspond directly to the thickness of the yarn.

However, in some countries, including Australia & the UK, the numbering system of yarn ply still refers to the thickness of the yarn, so it's possible to have a single ply 4ply yarn! - this means that the yarn is constructed of a single ply, but has the traditional thickness of a 4ply sock / fingering yarn).

For more information, please refer to our Hook, Needle & Yarn Guide and our blog A Quick Guide to Yarn Weights.

Happiness Guarantee

We want you to love your new yarn! We accept returns within 90 days of your order being dispatched on stock items.

All return items must be in resaleable condition, unless it was faulty or damaged.
It must be in its original packaging and unopened.
We cannot return yarn if it has been wound from a skein into a ball.

Please see our Returns Policy for more details.

Shipping & Pickup

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INTERNATIONAL
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Store Pickup

We offer a Store Pickup service which you select at checkout. When your order is ready for you to pick up you will receive a notification via SMS. We hold store pick ups for 14 days.

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