Wool helps hold warmth while remaining breathable, making it a natural choice for cooler-weather layers.
Crucci Soft Pure Wool
Real New Zealand wool made practical for everyday knitting
Crucci Soft Pure Wool 8 Ply combines the warmth, bounce and breathability of 100% pure New Zealand wool with gentle machine-wash convenience. Each 50g ball contains approximately 100 metres of versatile DK yarn for garments, blankets, accessories, colourwork and crochet.
- 100% pure New Zealand wool for authentic natural-fibre warmth and comfort.
- Gentle machine washable for projects designed to be worn and enjoyed regularly.
- Classic 8 ply / DK weight suits a huge range of New Zealand patterns.
- Solids, marles and prints make coordinated palettes and feature pieces easy to plan.
28 shades and effects
100% NZ WoolPure natural fibre
8 Ply / DKVersatile everyday weight
100mApproximately per ball
50gBall weight
Natural warmth, clear stitches and easy-care practicality
This is the kind of useful yarn that moves comfortably between a school cardigan, a textured adult sweater, a weekend beanie and a cosy blanket. The wool provides body and recovery, while the smooth DK construction keeps stitches readable.
Ribbing, cables, moss stitch, colourwork and crochet motifs stay visible in the smooth 8 ply construction.
A familiar weight, practical care and broad palette make it easy to plan useful garments and multi-ball projects.
Choose your Crucci Soft Pure Wool shade
The range moves from natural neutrals and soft baby shades to rich wardrobe colours, three marles and three printed effects. Every tile below uses the exact photograph assigned to that live product variant.
189Oatmeal Marle
190Fog Marle
191Shadow Marle
150White
151Natural
154Pale Blue
155Pale Pink
156Denim Blue
157Sea
159Stone
160French Navy
161Black
162Ash
163Duck Egg
164Heather
165Lipstick Red
166Forrest
167Frost
170Pistachio
171Carnation
172Baby Pink
184Mulberry
185Mustard
186Sage
187Old Rose
180Charcoal Print
181Natural Print
183Green Print
Select using both the shade number and name. Screens and lighting can display yarn colour differently.
Solid, marle or print?
Choose solids for clean garments, planned stripes, cables and colourwork with clear boundaries.
Oatmeal, Fog and Shadow Marle add soft depth and a natural heathered effect without a strong colour change.
Charcoal, Natural and Green Print add changing colour and visual texture to simple stitch patterns.
A classic DK starting point
Reliable gauge for garments and accessories
Crucci recommends 4mm needles and a reference tension of 22 stitches and 30 rows per 10cm. Your pattern and washed swatch remain the authority, especially for fitted garments or when substituting yarn.
- Begin with the pattern's recommended needle size
- Make a generous gauge swatch
- Wash the swatch using the planned care method
- Measure only after the swatch is fully dry
What can you make with Crucci Soft Pure Wool?
Sweaters and cardigans
Classic DK weight provides warmth, stitch definition and enough structure for everyday layers.
Children's knitwear
Use it for cardigans, jumpers, hats and practical garments where gentle machine washing matters.
Blankets and homeware
Combine solids, marles and prints for stripes, motifs, borders and cosy natural-fibre texture.
Accessories and crochet
Beanies, scarves, mittens, cowls and crochet pieces make good use of the range's colour variety.
How many balls will you need?
Read the pattern metreage
Use the required metres for the correct size rather than estimating from the garment type.
Divide by 100 metres
Each 50g ball contains approximately 100m. Divide the pattern requirement by 100 and round up.
Add a sensible allowance
Include enough for your swatch, pattern changes, length adjustments and any planned colour matching.
Example: a pattern requiring 930m needs at least ten balls because 930 divided by 100 equals 9.3. Add more if your size, swatch or modifications require it.
Specifications at a glance
Crucci Soft Pure Wool details
| Brand | Crucci |
|---|---|
| Range | Soft Pure Wool Machine Wash |
| Yarn weight | DK / New Zealand 8 ply |
| Fibre | 100% pure New Zealand wool |
| Ball weight | 50g |
| Length | Approximately 100m per ball |
| Recommended needles | 4mm, subject to pattern and gauge |
| Reference tension | 22 stitches and 30 rows per 10cm |
| Colour styles | Solid, marle and print |
| Care | Gentle machine washable. Follow the ball-band instructions. |
| Suitable for | Garments, children's knitwear, blankets, accessories, colourwork, knitting and crochet |
Keep the finished project looking its best
Use the ball-band instructions as the final authority for washing and drying.
Use a wool-safe detergent and the recommended gentle machine cycle.
Support wet garments, return them to their intended measurements and dry as directed.
Fold wool garments and protect them during longer storage.
Important: machine washable does not mean ordinary hot washing or unrestricted tumble drying. Always use the care instructions supplied with the yarn.
Choose the finish that suits the project
Soft Pure Wool 8 Ply
Choose this range for smooth stitches, practical machine-wash care, classic wool structure and broad colour choice.
Crucci Aella 8 Ply
Choose Aella when you want a softer brushed halo and the luxurious character of an alpaca and merino blend.
View Crucci Aella 8 PlyCrucci Soft Pure Wool FAQs
Is this real New Zealand wool?
Yes. The fibre content is 100% pure New Zealand wool. This describes the wool fibre and should not be confused with a claim that every manufacturing stage occurs in New Zealand.
Is this merino wool?
The manufacturer specifies 100% pure New Zealand wool, not 100% merino. Choose it for the character of pure wool rather than assuming a merino fibre grade.
Is it DK or 8 ply?
It is sold as New Zealand 8 ply and fits the DK weight family. Always compare the pattern gauge and metreage when substituting yarn.
Can I machine wash it?
Yes, it is gentle machine washable. Follow the ball-band instructions and use wool-safe care.
Can I crochet with it?
Yes. Choose the hook size recommended by the pattern, then swatch and adjust for the intended drape and density.
What gauge should I expect?
The reference tension is 22 stitches and 30 rows per 10cm on 4mm needles. Your pattern and washed swatch remain the authority.
How do the printed shades behave?
The visible effect changes with stitch count, gauge and project width. Make a swatch if colour placement matters to the design.
Why might the colour look different on my screen?
Displays and lighting reproduce colour differently. Use the official photograph, shade number and shade name together when selecting.
Choose your Crucci Soft Pure Wool shade
Select a colour, confirm the pattern's metreage and order enough for the complete project so your woolly idea can grow without interruption.
Explore the Colour Card