Hokuto Bulky Merino Wool Yarn by Apple Fiber Studio

Hokuto by Apple Fiber Studio is a bulky, textured yarn made from 100% fine merino wool. Puffy waves of merino are crimped along a thinner merino core, creating a cuddly, curly texture that knits into a soft, light fabric with beautiful depth of color.

Big and full of personality, just like its namesake apple, Hokuto brings texture to simple stitches. Picture a cozy scarf or cowl that lets the yarn's playful waves do the work. Choose your color and check your pattern's yardage requirements before ordering.

Why choose Hokuto?

• Soft fine merino: 100% merino wool with a fiber diameter of 21.5 microns.
• Distinctive texture: Puffy merino waves crimped along a finer merino yarn core.
• Bulky without a heavy fabric: Knits into a soft, light fabric.
• Consistent thickness: The yarn does not vary in thickness along its length.
• Color with depth: The textured construction beautifully shows off the yarn's color.

Hokuto yarn specifications

• Brand: Apple Fiber Studio.
• Fiber: 100% fine merino wool, 21.5 microns.
• Yarn weight: Bulky.
• Yardage: 131 yards / 120 meters per 100 grams.
• Knitting gauge: 12–15 stitches per 4 inches, or 3–3.75 stitches per inch.
• Recommended knitting needles: US 9–11.
• Construction: Puffy merino waves crimped along a thinner merino wool core.
• Care: Hand wash with gentle detergent. Lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight.

Planning your project

Consider Hokuto for textured scarves, cowls, hats or other patterns calling for bulky yarn. Match your pattern's gauge with a swatch, and divide the total required yardage by 131 to estimate the number of 100-gram units needed, rounding up.

Frequently asked questions

What yarn weight is Hokuto?

Hokuto is a bulky yarn with a recommended knitting gauge of 12–15 stitches per 4 inches on US 9–11 needles.

How much yarn is in 100 grams?

Each 100 grams provides 131 yards / 120 meters of yarn.

Does Hokuto change thickness along its length?

No. Although its crimped merino construction creates a wavy texture, its thickness stays consistent along the length.

How should I wash a finished Hokuto project?

Hand wash with gentle detergent and lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight.

Choose your favorite Hokuto color for your next soft, textured merino project.