If you're a fiber artist, knitter, or indie yarn dyer looking for the perfect base yarn, undyed Superwash Merino wool yarn and bamboo yarn is a game-changer. Burnsville Fingering yarn is a versatile blend made up of 80% Superwash Merino wool and 20% bamboo viscose. It offers softness, strength, and stunning dyeing potential, making it one of the best undyed yarn bases for hand dyeing or natural, minimalist projects.
What Is Undyed Yarn?
Undyed yarn is yarn that hasn’t been treated with synthetic color. It offers a blank canvas for fiber artists, hand dyers, and crafters who appreciate the organic beauty of raw fibers or want to customize their own colors. Whether you prefer natural dyeing, plant-based dyeing, or professional acid dyes, starting with a high-quality undyed yarn for hand dyeing ensures your project turns out beautifully.
Why Choose 80% Superwash Merino Wool & 20% Bamboo Yarn?
This unique blend brings together two powerhouse fibers in one luxuriously soft and durable yarn:
🧶 Superwash Merino Wool (80%)
- Super soft and skin-friendly – Ideal for baby knits, scarves, and sweaters.
- Machine washable – The superwash treatment resists felting, making care easy.
- Excellent dye absorption – Produces vibrant, even color when dyed.
- Great elasticity – Perfect for garments and accessories that need shape retention.
🎋 Bamboo Viscose (20%)
- Adds silky sheen – Enhances the visual appeal of dyed yarns.
- Increases drape and fluidity – Excellent for shawls, flowing garments, and lacework.
- Breathable and lightweight – Makes finished projects comfortable for all seasons.
- Eco-friendly – Bamboo is a renewable resource with a lower environmental impact.
☀️ Perfect for Summer Projects
Looking for a lightweight yarn or the best yarn for summer knits? This undyed yarn blend is ideal for warm-weather garments due to its unique balance of fibers:
- Bamboo is naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, helping to regulate body temperature and keep you cool in hot climates.
- This lightweight yarn has a silky texture that drapes beautifully, making it ideal for openwork shawls, summer tops, and lace garments.
- Unlike some heavier wool yarns, Superwash Merino wool yarn in this blend is fine and smooth, offering the comfort of wool without overheating.
- The natural sheen and cool touch of bamboo give finished items a fresh, polished feel—perfect for day-to-evening summer wear.
Whether you're planning a breezy cardigan, a festival-ready wrap, or an elegant tank top, this lightweight yarn for summer offers comfort and style even during the hottest months.
Best Uses for This Undyed Yarn Base
Looking for specialty yarn for hand dyeing, or a sustainable yarn for knitting and crochet? Here are some great uses for this 80/20 blend:
- 🌈 Hand-dyed yarns – Create custom colorways or sell indie-dyed skeins.
- 👶 Baby clothing and accessories – Soft enough for sensitive skin, easy to wash.
- 🧣 Shawls and wraps – The bamboo content adds elegant drape.
- 🧥 Lightweight sweaters and summer tops – Breathable and perfect for layering.
- 🌿 Eco-dyeing projects – Works well with botanical and natural dye methods.
Dyeing Tips: How This Yarn Takes Color
One of the most exciting features of this natural yarn base is its two-fiber dyeing effect. The Superwash Merino wool soaks up dye readily, resulting in rich, saturated tones. Meanwhile, the bamboo fiber resists acid dyes slightly, creating a subtle tonal or heathered appearance that adds depth and texture to your yarn.
If you're an indie yarn dyer or experimenting with color for the first time, this base offers plenty of creative possibilities.
From Mill to Maker
Whether you’re a passionate hand-dyer, a minimalist knitter, or someone who values sustainable, high-quality materials, this undyed 80% Superwash Merino wool and 20% bamboo yarn is an excellent choice. It combines the softness and elasticity of Merino wool with the sheen, breathability, and cool comfort of bamboo—making it the ultimate lightweight yarn for summer.
At Meridian Mill House, our Burnsville Fingering yarn is produced through a thoughtful yarn manufacturing process at our trusted yarn mill, ensuring every skein meets the high standards of an experienced yarn manufacturer.
Perfect for dyeing, ideal for wearing, and beautiful in its natural state—this yarn is ready for whatever you dream up next.
