Opal 4ply Sock Yarn

75% Superwash Virgin Wool, 25% Polyamide

Yarn style

Self-striping

Weight

4-ply

Yarn meterage

425 metres (464 yards) per 100g ball

Needle/hook size

2.5mm

Gauge/tension

30 stitches

Yarn care

Machine washable at 30-40°. Reshape whilst damp and dry flat​
Opal 4ply Sock Yarn – Colourful, Comfortable, and Long-Lasting
Mulesing free
Machine washable

Treat your feet (or someone else’s!) to the vibrant charm of Opal 4ply self-striping sock yarn. Famous for its playful colour changes and durable blend of 75% wool and 25% nylon, Opal creates socks that are as fun to knit as they are to wear. Each ball knits up into effortless stripes and patterns, with no need to change colours or weave in extra ends.

Perfect for socks, but just as lovely for shawls, baby knits, and accessories, this yarn is soft, breathable, and machine washable—making it a firm favourite with sock knitters around the world. Whether you’re drawn to bold brights or subtle tones, there’s a shade in the Opal range for every personality.

Opal frequently releases limited-edition collections and collaborations, which means some colourways are only available for a short time. If you see one you love, don’t wait—it might not be back!

Each 100g ball gives you approximately 425 metres of yarn—plenty for an adult-sized pair of socks.

 



 

For UK delivery, we use Royal Mail’s Tracked 24 and Tracked 48 services. Provided goods are in stock, every effort will be made to dispatch your order the next day during shop opening hours, 1-3 days when the shop is closed.

To give you the best results we always check the dye lot numbers match within each order.  If for any reason it is not possible to complete your order using only one dye lot we will contact you as soon as possible.

Meet the brand

About Opal

When we say socks, what do you think of? If you’re a knitter, it has to be Opal! Paving the path in the world of sock yarns, Opal is well loved for its durability, vibrant colors, and innovative designs. With a wide range self striping yarns, every pair of handknit socks is a unique work of art.
Meet us

About Baa!

Since February 2018, Baa! has been a bubbling hub of all things woolly, building a lively and lovely community of knitters and crocheters alike, united by a love for exquisite yarns, and a diverse selection of quality workshops. Based in our wee shop in the heart of Stonehaven, Scotland, we sell knitting and crochet supplies for beginners and experts.

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