Avondale Sheep: A Breed-Specific Yarn Rooted in the Snoqualmie Valley

According to these mill owners, breed-specific yarns ask us to pay attention—to staple length and sheen, to regional abundance, and to the quiet decisions that shape a yarn long before it reaches a knitter’s hands.

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High arches often mean that beautiful handknit socks are uncomfortable and rarely get worn—until you adjust the heel depth to create the extra room your foot actually needs.

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