Bases 2

We offer the following bases:

Lace Bases

New Base!

DE ALARCÓN

An elegant lace-weight blend combining the silky drape of suri alpaca with the shine of mulberry silk. Soft, lightweight, and made to move — ideal for lace shawls and wraps.

Fiber: 75% Baby Suri Alpaca / 25% Mulberry Silk

Weight: 50g | Yardage: 328 yds (300m)

MICAELA LACE

Extra-fine merino with mulberry silk for a soft hand and a subtle sheen that makes hand-dyed color pop. A versatile go-to for garments, shawls, and accessories.

Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 25% Mulberry Silk

Weight: 100g | Yardage: 875 yds (800m)

TAXCO

A halo-rich mohair-silk blend with a beautiful soft glow. Traditionally lace weight, it adds warmth, drape, and a lovely fuzzy halo to any project.

Fiber: 72% Superkid Mohair / 28% Mulberry Silk

Weight: 50g | Yardage: 459 yds (420m)

Fingering/Sock Bases

ROCÍO 4 - PLY A step up in softness from our Rocío base, using an extra fine merino grade for a smoother hand while keeping the same durable nylon blend for everyday wear. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 25% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
ROCÍO A durable merino-nylon blend built for everyday wear — socks, garments, and accessories that need to go the distance. Fiber: 75% SW Fine Merino / 25% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
REBOZO A soft single-ply merino with smooth, rounded stitch definition. Lightweight and versatile — wonderful for garments, shawls, and colorwork alike. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 420 yds (384m) Single Ply
GLORIA Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
GLORIA HT Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 394 yds (360m) High Twist
ZIHUATANEJO Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
KARINA Soft extra-fine merino rounded out with cashmere for luxury and nylon for durability. A well-balanced everyday-luxury base for garments and accessories. Fiber: 80% SW Extra Fine Merino / 10% Cashmere / 10% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
IGUALA Pure baby alpaca — incredibly soft, warm, with a gorgeous drape. Alpaca has little elasticity, so it shines in shawls, wraps, and drapey garments rather than fitted ribbing. Fiber: 100% Baby Alpaca Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
MICAELA Extra-fine merino with mulberry silk for a soft hand and a subtle sheen that makes hand-dyed color pop. A versatile go-to for garments, shawls, and accessories. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 25% Mulberry Silk Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
MICAELA SINGLE PLY 75% SW Extra Fine Merino/25% Mulberry Silk 100 g - 437 yds/ 400 m
YAX Extra-fine merino with nylon for strength and a thread of sparkling lurex woven right in — a touch of shimmer for special-occasion pieces. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 20% Nylon / 5% Lurex Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
HARUMI A dreamy trio of baby alpaca, mulberry silk, and cashmere for exceptional softness and drape. Luxurious, next-to-skin feel for the projects you’ll treasure. Fiber: 70% Baby Alpaca / 20% Mulberry Silk / 10% Cashmere Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
*AHUACHTLI* A luxurious trio built on our finest merino grade, paired with the subtle sheen of mulberry silk and the softness of cashmere. Lightweight and next-to-skin soft — perfect for special shawls, cowls, and anything you want touching bare skin. Fiber: 75% SW Ultrafine Merino / 15% Mulberry Silk / 10% Cashmere Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
CARA AZUL A classic long-wool with beautiful natural sheen and excellent stitch definition. BFL holds its shape a little more than merino, making it a great pick for garments, socks, and colorwork. Fiber: 100% SW Bluefaced Leicester Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
PECAS (TWEED) Our tweed base, flecked with nep for texture and visual interest. Soft extra-fine merino with nylon for durability, for projects that want a little extra character. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon / 10% Nep Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
LINO (SINGLE PLY) A single-ply merino-linen blend with subtle rustic texture and light drape. The linen adds structure and breathability — great for warmer-weather projects. Fiber: 90% SW Merino / 10% Linen Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 394 yds (360m)
ICHCATL A merino-cotton blend with a soft brushed hand — the elasticity of wool with the breathability of cotton. Great for warmer-weather makes and anyone easing into wool. Fiber: 60% SW Extra Fine Merino / 40% Brushed Cotton Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
YAK/SILK An exquisite blend of baby yak down and mulberry silk — incredibly soft with a subtle luster. A true luxury base for special projects. Fiber: 50% Baby Yak / 50% Mulberry Silk Weight: 50g \| Yardage: 219 yds (200m)

Sport Bases

ZIHUATANEJO SPORT

Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters.

Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino

Weight: 100g | Yardage: 328 yds (300m)

DK Bases (DK)

GLORIA DK Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
ZIHUATANEJO DK Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 219 yds (200m)
KARINA DK Soft extra-fine merino rounded out with cashmere for luxury and nylon for durability. A well-balanced everyday-luxury base for garments and accessories. Fiber: 80% SW Extra Fine Merino / 10% Cashmere / 10% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
IGUALA DK Pure baby alpaca — incredibly soft, warm, with a gorgeous drape. Alpaca has little elasticity, so it shines in shawls, wraps, and drapey garments rather than fitted ribbing. Fiber: 100% Baby Alpaca Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
MICAELA DK Extra-fine merino with mulberry silk for a soft hand and a subtle sheen that makes hand-dyed color pop. A versatile go-to for garments, shawls, and accessories. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 25% Mulberry Silk Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
HARUMI DK A dreamy trio of baby alpaca, mulberry silk, and cashmere for exceptional softness and drape. Luxurious, next-to-skin feel for the projects you’ll treasure. Fiber: 70% Baby Alpaca / 20% Mulberry Silk / 10% Cashmere Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
PECAS DK (TWEED) Our tweed base, flecked with nep for texture and visual interest. Soft extra-fine merino with nylon for durability, for projects that want a little extra character. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon / 10% Nep Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
CARA AZUL DK A classic long-wool with beautiful natural sheen and excellent stitch definition. BFL holds its shape a little more than merino, making it a great pick for garments, socks, and colorwork. Fiber: 100% SW Bluefaced Leicester Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
ICHCATL DK A merino-cotton blend with a soft brushed hand — the elasticity of wool with the breathability of cotton. Great for warmer-weather makes and anyone easing into wool. Fiber: 60% SW Extra Fine Merino / 40% Brushed Cotton Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 240 yds (220m)

Aran/Worsted Bases (Aran/Worsted)

GLORIA ARAN Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 196 yds (180m)
LINO ARAN A single-ply merino-linen blend with subtle rustic texture and light drape. The linen adds structure and breathability — great for warmer-weather projects. Fiber: 90% SW Merino / 10% Linen Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 196 yds (180m)
ZIHUATANEJO ARAN Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 182 yds (166m)
CARA AZUL ARAN A classic long-wool with beautiful natural sheen and excellent stitch definition. BFL holds its shape a little more than merino, making it a great pick for garments, socks, and colorwork. Fiber: 100% SW Bluefaced Leicester Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 182 yds (166m)

Bulky/Chunky Bases (Bulky/Chunky)

ZIHUATANEJO BULKY

Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters.

Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino

Weight: 100g | Yardage: 109 yds (100m)

REBOZO BULKY

A soft single-ply merino with smooth, rounded stitch definition. Lightweight and versatile — wonderful for garments, shawls, and colorwork alike.

Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino

Weight: 100g | Yardage: 109 yds (100m)

(Single Ply)

IGUALA BULKY

Pure baby alpaca — incredibly soft, warm, with a gorgeous drape. Alpaca has little elasticity, so it shines in shawls, wraps, and drapey garments rather than fitted ribbing.

Fiber: 100% Baby Alpaca

Weight: 100g | Yardage: 109 yds (100m)

(Single Ply)

Super Bulky/Chunky Bases

IXTAPA

Our super bulky merino base, built for quick makes — think chunky blankets, cowls, and hats that work up in a weekend.

Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino

Weight: 100g | Yardage: 109 yds (100m)

MINIS

*REBOZO* 100% SW Extra Fine Merino 20g - 87yds/80 m Single Ply
*YAX* 75% SW Extra Fine Merino/20% Nylon/5% Lurex 25 g - 87 yds/80 m
*GLORIA* 85% SW Extra Fine Merino/15% Nylon 20 g - 87 yds/80 m
*GLORIA DK* 85% SW Extra Fine Merino/15% Nylon 20 g - 49 yds/45 m
*GLORIA HT* 85% SW Extra Fine Merino/15% Nylon 20 g - 79 yds/72 m

ROCÍO 4 - PLY A step up in softness from our Rocío base, using an extra fine merino grade for a smoother hand while keeping the same durable nylon blend for everyday wear. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 25% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
ROCÍO A durable merino-nylon blend built for everyday wear — socks, garments, and accessories that need to go the distance. Fiber: 75% SW Fine Merino / 25% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
REBOZO A soft single-ply merino with smooth, rounded stitch definition. Lightweight and versatile — wonderful for garments, shawls, and colorwork alike. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 420 yds (384m) Single Ply
GLORIA Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
GLORIA HT Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 394 yds (360m) High Twist
ZIHUATANEJO Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
KARINA Soft extra-fine merino rounded out with cashmere for luxury and nylon for durability. A well-balanced everyday-luxury base for garments and accessories. Fiber: 80% SW Extra Fine Merino / 10% Cashmere / 10% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
IGUALA Pure baby alpaca — incredibly soft, warm, with a gorgeous drape. Alpaca has little elasticity, so it shines in shawls, wraps, and drapey garments rather than fitted ribbing. Fiber: 100% Baby Alpaca Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
MICAELA Extra-fine merino with mulberry silk for a soft hand and a subtle sheen that makes hand-dyed color pop. A versatile go-to for garments, shawls, and accessories. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 25% Mulberry Silk Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
MICAELA SINGLE PLY 75% SW Extra Fine Merino/25% Mulberry Silk 100 g - 437 yds/ 400 m
YAX Extra-fine merino with nylon for strength and a thread of sparkling lurex woven right in — a touch of shimmer for special-occasion pieces. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 20% Nylon / 5% Lurex Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
HARUMI A dreamy trio of baby alpaca, mulberry silk, and cashmere for exceptional softness and drape. Luxurious, next-to-skin feel for the projects you’ll treasure. Fiber: 70% Baby Alpaca / 20% Mulberry Silk / 10% Cashmere Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
*AHUACHTLI* A luxurious trio built on our finest merino grade, paired with the subtle sheen of mulberry silk and the softness of cashmere. Lightweight and next-to-skin soft — perfect for special shawls, cowls, and anything you want touching bare skin. Fiber: 75% SW Ultrafine Merino / 15% Mulberry Silk / 10% Cashmere Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
CARA AZUL A classic long-wool with beautiful natural sheen and excellent stitch definition. BFL holds its shape a little more than merino, making it a great pick for garments, socks, and colorwork. Fiber: 100% SW Bluefaced Leicester Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
PECAS (TWEED) Our tweed base, flecked with nep for texture and visual interest. Soft extra-fine merino with nylon for durability, for projects that want a little extra character. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon / 10% Nep Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
LINO (SINGLE PLY) A single-ply merino-linen blend with subtle rustic texture and light drape. The linen adds structure and breathability — great for warmer-weather projects. Fiber: 90% SW Merino / 10% Linen Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 394 yds (360m)
ICHCATL A merino-cotton blend with a soft brushed hand — the elasticity of wool with the breathability of cotton. Great for warmer-weather makes and anyone easing into wool. Fiber: 60% SW Extra Fine Merino / 40% Brushed Cotton Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 437 yds (400m)
YAK/SILK An exquisite blend of baby yak down and mulberry silk — incredibly soft with a subtle luster. A true luxury base for special projects. Fiber: 50% Baby Yak / 50% Mulberry Silk Weight: 50g \| Yardage: 219 yds (200m)

GLORIA DK Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
ZIHUATANEJO DK Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 219 yds (200m)
KARINA DK Soft extra-fine merino rounded out with cashmere for luxury and nylon for durability. A well-balanced everyday-luxury base for garments and accessories. Fiber: 80% SW Extra Fine Merino / 10% Cashmere / 10% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
IGUALA DK Pure baby alpaca — incredibly soft, warm, with a gorgeous drape. Alpaca has little elasticity, so it shines in shawls, wraps, and drapey garments rather than fitted ribbing. Fiber: 100% Baby Alpaca Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
MICAELA DK Extra-fine merino with mulberry silk for a soft hand and a subtle sheen that makes hand-dyed color pop. A versatile go-to for garments, shawls, and accessories. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 25% Mulberry Silk Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
HARUMI DK A dreamy trio of baby alpaca, mulberry silk, and cashmere for exceptional softness and drape. Luxurious, next-to-skin feel for the projects you’ll treasure. Fiber: 70% Baby Alpaca / 20% Mulberry Silk / 10% Cashmere Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
PECAS DK (TWEED) Our tweed base, flecked with nep for texture and visual interest. Soft extra-fine merino with nylon for durability, for projects that want a little extra character. Fiber: 75% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon / 10% Nep Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
CARA AZUL DK A classic long-wool with beautiful natural sheen and excellent stitch definition. BFL holds its shape a little more than merino, making it a great pick for garments, socks, and colorwork. Fiber: 100% SW Bluefaced Leicester Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 246 yds (225m)
ICHCATL DK A merino-cotton blend with a soft brushed hand — the elasticity of wool with the breathability of cotton. Great for warmer-weather makes and anyone easing into wool. Fiber: 60% SW Extra Fine Merino / 40% Brushed Cotton Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 240 yds (220m)

GLORIA ARAN Soft extra-fine merino with a touch of nylon for durability. A reliable everyday yarn for garments and accessories that need to hold up to wear. Fiber: 85% SW Extra Fine Merino / 15% Nylon Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 196 yds (180m)
LINO ARAN A single-ply merino-linen blend with subtle rustic texture and light drape. The linen adds structure and breathability — great for warmer-weather projects. Fiber: 90% SW Merino / 10% Linen Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 196 yds (180m)
ZIHUATANEJO ARAN Our most versatile base, spanning the widest weight range in our lineup — soft, springy, and reliable for everything from socks to sweaters. Fiber: 100% SW Extra Fine Merino Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 182 yds (166m)
CARA AZUL ARAN A classic long-wool with beautiful natural sheen and excellent stitch definition. BFL holds its shape a little more than merino, making it a great pick for garments, socks, and colorwork. Fiber: 100% SW Bluefaced Leicester Weight: 100g \| Yardage: 182 yds (166m)

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