A Walk Home captures that quiet moment at the end of an autumn afternoon, when the path bends toward home, and every step reveals another beautiful color. Mossy greens, weathered browns, warm rusts, faded berries, golden leaves, and soft touches of plum twist together like the changing landscape itself. Rather than focusing on a single autumn hue, this handspun celebrates the entire season—its winding trails, woodland edges, and the peaceful rhythm of slowing down.
Each skein is hand-dyed and handspun in my West Virginia home from 100% merino wool. The fiber is carefully drafted into a lofty, balanced bulky 2-ply with a soft, squishy feel and enough stitch definition to let textured patterns shine. Like every handspun skein, subtle variations in thickness and color flow are part of its character, creating a fabric that feels wonderfully organic and impossible to duplicate by machine.
No two skeins are exactly alike. Some may lean a little greener, while others allow the rusts, berries, or golden tones to take center stage. As you knit or crochet, the colors mingle naturally, creating gentle shifts that feel less like stripes and more like a walk through an autumn meadow where every few steps reveal something new.
Whether worked into a cozy cowl, hat, mittens, or a favorite shawl, A Walk Home invites you to slow down and enjoy the making as much as the finished piece. It's a yarn for crisp mornings, quiet evenings, and the simple pleasure of creating something beautiful with your own hands.
♥ Yarn Specs at a Glance
Colorway: HS-886 A Walk Home (Bulky Handspun)
Fiber Content: 100% Merino Wool
Weight: Bulky / Chunky
Construction: Handspun 2-ply with a balanced twist
Recommended Knitting Needles: US 9–11 (5.5–8 mm)
Recommended Crochet Hooks: K–M
Gauge: Approximately 12–15 stitches per 4" (10 cm), depending on your needles, hook, and personal tension
Origin: Handspun in West Virginia
Care Instructions
Hand wash in cool water with a wool-safe cleanser (Eucalan is perfect!) and lay flat to dry. A little extra care will help preserve the softness, loft, and vibrant colors for years to come.
