Possum Sock 4 Ply – Luxury Hand-Dyed Brushtail Possum Merino Yarn

Special price available until 31 October!

Possum Sock 4 Ply is a premium hand-dyed New Zealand yarn combining 20% brushtail possum, 55% fine merino, and 25% nylon. With 600 metres per 100g and 26 rich colourways, this lightweight, warm yarn is ideal for socks, sweaters, shawls, and accessories. The soft halo creates beautiful colour depth and a luxuriously cosy finish.

What makes Possum Sock versatile?

Held single: Perfect for 3-ply or 4-ply patterns (socks, lightweight sweaters, shawls) when gauge is matched.

Held double: Ideal for 8-ply or DK-weight patterns when gauge is matched.

The generous 600m meterage makes this yarn excellent value for stashing and exploring multiple projects. Learn more in our blog: What Is Brushtail Possum Yarn?

Yarn Specifications

Fibre: 20% New Zealand brushtail possum, 55% fine merino, 25% nylon
Weight: 4-ply / fingering
Meterage: 600m per 100g
Colourways: 26 hand-dyed colours
Best for: Socks, lightweight sweaters, shawls, accessories

Gauge Guide

34–35 stitches / 10cm on 2.5mm (US1) needles for socks
28–30 stitches / 10cm on 3.25mm (US3) needles for sweaters
22 stitches / 10cm on 4mm (US6) needles held double
20 stitches / 10cm on 4.5mm (US7) needles held double

Experience the warmth, softness, and versatility of this exceptional hand-dyed New Zealand possum merino yarn.

Explore our merino wool yarn and merino blends for more fibres, weights and project possibilities.

2.25-4.5 mm (US 1-7)

20-35 stitches / 10cm

• Merino
• Brushtail Possum
• Nylon

Untreated

Hand wash / dry flat

Buy an extra skein for those 'just in case' moments. If you don't end up needing it, let us know and you can exchange it. This means you'll never lose at yarn chicken again!

Photographed in natural light to show the colour as faithfully as possible. Screens can display colour differently, and hand-dyed skeins have natural variations within each colourway. Choosing colours for a project? We’re happy to help.