Happy Wool

A feather-light, silky-soft merino blend with a cashmere-like hand. It is OEKO-TEX® certified, has gentle elasticity and beautiful drape, and gives crisp stitch definition for fine knitting and crochet.

Estako Happy Wool combines the natural warmth of merino wool with the luxurious feel of a cashmere-type polyamide and the everyday durability of premium acrylic. The fine merino fibers stay comfortable against the skin, cozy without weight and breathable for year-round wear.

Best for

• Lightweight sweaters and cardigans
• Shawls, wraps and lace accessories
• Baby garments and heirloom pieces
• Hats, gloves, socks and soft layering wear
• Fine stitching, lacework and draped designs

• Material: 40% Merino Wool, 20% Cashmere-Type Polyamide, 40% Acrylic
• Ball weight: 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Length: 191 yds (175 m)
• Knitting needle: 3 mm (US 2-3)
• Crochet hook: 2-3 mm (US B-1 to D-3)
• Yarn weight (CYCA): #1 Super Fine / Fingering
• Gauge (knit): 25 sts to 10 x 10 cm
• Certification: OEKO-TEX® Standard 100
• Origin: Made in Turkey

Each ball of Happy Wool is 191 yds (175 m). As a rough guide, round up when you are between sizes:

• Socks (one pair): 2 to 3 balls
• Shawl or wrap: 3 to 4 balls
• Baby garment: 3 to 5 balls
• Lightweight adult sweater: 6 to 9 balls

Want an exact count for your size? Use the skein calculator above, or the full yarn calculator for every Estako line.

Hand wash or machine wash cold on a gentle wool cycle and lay flat to dry to protect the merino fibers and keep the shape. Do not wring or tumble dry. Reshape gently while damp.

Every Happy Wool batch is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, independently tested and free from harmful substances.

Why makers love Estako Happy Wool

• Cashmere-like hand, soft and silky without weight
• Luxury feel at an accessible price
• Crisp stitch definition for fine knitting and crochet
• Comfortable and breathable for daily wear
• OEKO-TEX® certified, free from harmful substances

Is Estako Happy Wool OEKO-TEX® certified, and will it itch?

Happy Wool is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, independently tested and free from harmful substances. It uses fine merino wool with a cashmere-type polyamide, so it feels soft and smooth against the skin rather than scratchy.

What is Happy Wool made of?

Happy Wool is a premium blend of 40% merino wool, 20% cashmere-type polyamide and 40% acrylic. The merino brings natural warmth, the cashmere-type polyamide adds a luxurious soft hand, and the acrylic keeps it durable and easy to care for.

Is Happy Wool pure wool?

No. Happy Wool is a merino blend, not 100% wool, which is what gives it a lightweight, cashmere-like feel at an accessible price. If you specifically need pure merino or real cashmere, brands like Malabrigo or Brooklyn Tweed carry those.

What is Happy Wool best for?

Lightweight sweaters and cardigans, shawls and wraps, socks, baby garments and fine lacework. It is labelled #1 Super Fine and works with a 3 mm needle or 2 to 3 mm hook for crisp, drapey stitches.

How do I wash Happy Wool to protect the merino?

Hand wash or use a cold gentle wool cycle, then lay flat to dry and reshape while damp. Do not wring or tumble dry, as heat and agitation can felt the merino fibres.