--- title: "Lambswool Yarn | Fabric Guide | Mr Balaclava" description: "Wool from the first shearing of young sheep, finer and softer than standard wool. It is warm, breathable and naturally elastic, and it handles moisture…" url: https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/lambswool-yarn/ language: en-US updated: 2026-10-09T21:10:24+00:00 alternates: fr: https://mrbalaclava.com/fr/materials/fabric/fil-de-laine-d-agneau.md de: https://mrbalaclava.com/de/materials/fabric/lammwollgarn.md es: https://mrbalaclava.com/es/materials/fabric/hilo-de-lana-de-cordero.md publisher: Mr Balaclava (https://mrbalaclava.com/) --- Yarn · Lambswool # Lambswool Yarn Wool from the first shearing of young sheep, finer and softer than standard wool. It is warm, breathable and naturally elastic, and it handles moisture well, which makes it a classic for premium beanies and knitted scarves. Partly verified specification [Get a quote in this fabric](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) [All knitting yarns](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/knitting-yarns/) Updated 9 October 2026 ![Lambswool Yarn: oatmeal beige lambswool knitting yarn on a plain grey surface](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/lambswool-yarn-oatmeal-beige-close-up-1024x683.webp) *Similar fabric texture. The real fabric can look slightly different; the overall look and feel are the same.* - [![Lambswool Yarn: close-up of a knitted swatch in oatmeal beige lambswool knitting yarn](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/lambswool-yarn-oatmeal-beige-swatch-300x200.webp) Knitted swatch: how this yarn looks as a knit.](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/lambswool-yarn-oatmeal-beige-swatch-1024x683.webp) - **50 pcs** Minimum order - **14 days** Standard lead time - **OEKO-TEX®** Fabrics from certified mills - **ISO 9001** Certified (Eco Jersey Limited) - **Sedex** Member (Eco Jersey Limited) Specification ## What is typical, and what we confirm for your order ### Typical for this fabric type **Construction** Knitted from yarn **Knit** Spun yarn, knitted on flat or circular knitting machines **Usual composition** Usually 100% lambswool, or lambswool blended with nylon for strength. **Weight class** Light to heavy (varies) **Feel** Soft, springy and warm; may feel slightly prickly on sensitive skin **Season** Winter, Spring / autumn **Warmth** Very high **Breathability** High **Stretch** High **Moisture management** High **Quick drying** Moderate **Softness** High **Durability** High General textile guidance, not a lab measurement of our fabric. ### Mr Balaclava specification **Availability** Offered for our knitted beanies, balaclavas and scarves Anything not listed here is confirmed with your quote. **Decoration suitability** - Embroidery Suitable - Screen printing Not suitable - Sublimation printing Not suitable - Heat transfer Test first - Woven label Suitable - Printed label Suitable - Silicone patch Suitable - Rubber (PVC) patch Suitable - Leather-style patch Suitable - Knitted-in jacquard Suitable - Custom knitting (yarn-based) Suitable Logos are usually knitted in (jacquard) or added as embroidery, a woven label or a patch; flat prints do not sit well on a knit. Industry guidance for this fabric type. We confirm the method on a sample before production. [Get a quote in this fabric](https://mrbalaclava.com/contact-us/) Where it is used ## Products made in this yarn Can also be made with this yarn The photos show these products in another material. We make them with this yarn to order. Browse the collection - [Balaclavas](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/balaclavas/) - [Knitted Balaclavas](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/balaclavas/knitted/) - [Custom Beanies](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/beanies/) - [Cuffed & Logo Beanies](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/beanies/cuffed-logo-beanies/) - [Pom-Pom & Winter Beanies](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/beanies/pom-pom-winter-beanies/) - [Knitted Scarves](https://mrbalaclava.com/product-category/scarves/knitted-scarves/) Product guides - [Custom balaclavas](https://mrbalaclava.com/balaclavas/) - [Custom beanies](https://mrbalaclava.com/beanies/) - [Custom scarves](https://mrbalaclava.com/scarves/) Compare ## Similar fabrics - ![Wool Blend Yarn: forest-green wool blend knitting yarn on a plain grey surface](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/wool-blend-yarn-forest-green-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Wool Blend Yarn](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/wool-blend-yarn/) Wool blended with acrylic or nylon: it keeps much of wool's warmth and natural feel while adding strength,… - ![Cashmere Yarn: camel fine cashmere knitting yarn on a plain grey surface](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/cashmere-yarn-camel-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Cashmere Yarn](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/cashmere-yarn/) A luxury yarn from the fine undercoat of cashmere goats: very soft, light and warm for its weight.… - ![Acrylic Yarn: royal-blue 100% acrylic knitting yarn on a plain grey surface](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/acrylic-yarn-royal-blue-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Acrylic Yarn](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/acrylic-yarn/) A synthetic yarn that looks and feels like wool: soft, light, warm and can be dyed in almost… - ![Cotton Yarn: off-white combed cotton knitting yarn on a plain grey surface](https://mrbalaclava.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/cotton-yarn-off-white-close-up-768x512.webp) ### [Cotton Yarn](https://mrbalaclava.com/materials/fabric/cotton-yarn/) A soft, breathable natural yarn that is usually not itchy. 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