Here at Tierra Wools and Shepherd’s Lamb, we may be better known for our certified organic Churro yarns for weaving, but Shepherd’s Lamb 100% certified organic Rambouillet yarn is no less fantastic. We make this yarn from the fleeces of our certified organic Rambouillet sheep, a fine wool sheep known for producing an exceptionally soft and lofty wool - the perfect fiber for any project where a softer yarn is preferred. Though Churro yarns have long been the preferred choice for Rio Grande style weaving, they’re also a great option for any crafts where a sturdy long-staple yarn is desired, including knitted outerwear and felted projects.

Shepherd’s Lamb Certified Organic Rambouillet Yarn

Our Rambouillet skeins are a two-ply sport-weight yarn, with 180 yards per 2 oz. skein. The sample swatch below was knitted on US Size 3/3.25mm needles with a resulting gauge of 6 stitches and 8 rows per inch.

Shepherd’s Lamb Certified Organic Churro Yarn

Blanket Weight

Our blanket weight Churro yarn is a one-ply yarn approximately equivalent to a worsted knitting weight, with 225 yards per 4 oz. skein. The sample swatch below was knitted on US Size 6/4mm needles with a resulting gauge of 5 stitches and 6 rows per inch.

Rug Weight

Our rug weight Churro yarn is a one-ply yarn approximately equivalent to a bulky knitting weight,, with 112 yards per 4 oz. skein. The sample swatch below was knitted on US Size 9/5.5mm needles with a resulting gauge of 3.5 stitches and 4.5 rows per inch.

Our customers have amazed us with their creative uses of our Rambouillet and Churro collections - from knit and crocheted outerwear, rugs, potholders, to felted hats and stuffed animals. We hope you find inspiration in these photos of our yarns in action - and keep an eye out in the coming months for free patterns using our yarn!