Make every stitch count with Baah Yarn La Jolla, a premium fingering-weight yarn hand-dyed in small batches in the USA. Made from 100% superwash merino wool, it's prized for its vibrant colorways, next-to-skin softness, and crisp stitch definition—perfect for garments and accessories you’ll wear again and again.
What Makes It Unique
Baah Yarn La Jolla (pronounced as La Hoy Ya) is spun from 100% superwash merino, known for its buttery softness and exceptional color retention. The yarn is tightly plied for excellent durability and minimal pilling. Each skein is hand-dyed in Las Vegas, Nevada, drawing color inspiration from Balinese art and scenery. Available in semi-solid, tonal, and variegated hues, every skein is one-of-a-kind.
Project Applications
This versatile fingering weight yarn (comparable to 4-ply UK / 5-ply AU) is a favorite for:
- Socks, with recommended reinforcement at heels and toes
- Shawls, wraps, and lightweight scarves
- Baby sweaters, booties, and hats
- Fine-gauge sweaters, cardigans, and tees
- Delicate lace, cables, or textured stitches
Made to Meet Real Makers' Standards
La Jolla isn’t just soft and colorful—it’s dependable. Whether you’re chasing clean cables, feather-light lace, or a long-lasting sock, this yarn delivers on what matters: rich color that lasts, a smooth ply that resists splitting, and enough bounce to keep your stitches lively. The generous yardage makes it ideal for both one-skein showpieces and multi-skein garments that hold their shape and beauty over time.
Color Considerations
Each skein is hand-dyed, so natural variation occurs—even within the same colorway. For best results:
- Buy enough yarn for your full project at once
- Alternate skeins every 1–2 rows for consistent blending
- Test for colorfastness when using highly contrasting shades
Care Instructions
- Hand wash in cold water using a no-rinse wool wash
- Avoid agitation or soaking to prevent felting
- Support garments while wet to avoid stretching
- Dry flat; never wring or hang
Blocking & Swatching Tips
- Always swatch and block before beginning your project
- Spray-block or soak gently, then shape with rust-proof pins or wires
- Allow to dry completely before unpinning
- Block 5–10% larger to account for post-blocking relaxation
Specifications
- Fiber Content: 100% Superwash Merino Wool
- Weight: Fingering
- Skein Size: 115 g (4.06 oz)
- Yardage: 400 yards (366 meters)
- Recommended Needles: US 0–2 (2–2.75 mm)
- Knitting Gauge: 30 sts = 4” (10 cm)
- Recommended Crochet Hook: US B-1 to E-4 (2.25 mm to 3.5 mm)
- Crochet Gauge: (sc): 21–32 stitches = 4 inches (10 cm)
(Gauge can vary based on hook size, tension, and pattern)
- Care: Hand wash cold, dry flat
- Made in: Las Vegas Nevada, USA