Mondim | Retrosaria
Mondim is an all-natural, non-superwash sock yarn named after a Portuguese village once famous for its sock knitting cottage industry. Made local to Portugal from start to finish, with 100% wool grown by non-mulesed Portuguese sheep, Mondim is a great option for everything from socks, hats, and mitts to sweaters, cardigans, and shawls!
DETAILS
CONTENT: 100% fine Portuguese wool
WEIGHT: Fingering
TEXTURE: smooth, plied
UNIT WEIGHT: 100g
METERAGE: 385 meters (421 yards)
NEEDLE SIZE: 3mm (US 2.5)
GAUGE: 28 stitches & 32 rows = 10cm/4"
WRAPS PER INCH: 20
FELTABLE: Yes
WASHABILITY: Machine wash on wool cycle, or hand wash, and lay flat to dry
HOW IT'S MADE
Mondim is local to Portugal from start to finish. As with all of Retrosaria's yarns, Mondim is all-natural, non-superwash, and it is sourced, milled, and dyed right in Portugal from 100% wool grown by non-mulesed Portuguese sheep. To learn more about Retrosaria and their yarns, visit their website here.
PROJECT IDEAS
This yarn may have been meant for sock knitting, but it's great for everything from hats and mitts, to sweaters and shawls. Durable and pill-resistant, Mondim is a lovely choice for any fingering weight project.
Check out the Mondim Socks, Spur Hat, Cardi Jumper, Azor Pullover, and other popular patterns using this yarn!