--- product_id: 249423626 title: "DROPS Cotton Merino 02 Black" brand: "drops" price: "R181" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Drops" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/249423626-drops-cotton-merino-02-black store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 50% Long Cotton Fibers 50% Superwash Merino Wool DK Weight, 120 yards/ball DROPS Cotton Merino 02 Black **Brand:** drops **Price:** R181 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🧵 Elevate your craft with DROPS Cotton Merino — where luxury meets durability in every stitch! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** DROPS Cotton Merino 02 Black by drops - **How much does it cost?** R181 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/249423626-drops-cotton-merino-02-black) ## Best For - drops enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted drops brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Dual-Fiber Fusion:** Experience the perfect balance of soft merino wool and breathable cotton for year-round comfort. - • **Knitter’s Dream:** Ideal for cables, moss, and textured patterns thanks to its roundness and elasticity. - • **Vibrant & Textured:** Unique non-carded blend enhances fiber properties, delivering richer colors and dynamic stitch definition. - • **Skin-Friendly & Durable:** Superwash treated merino ensures softness and easy care—machine washable on gentle cycle. - • **Ethically Sourced & Certified:** Crafted from free-range South American merino and Oeko-Tex® certified for peace of mind. ## Overview DROPS Cotton Merino 02 Black is a premium DK weight yarn blending 50% superwash merino wool and 50% long cotton fibers. Its unique non-carded construction highlights fiber qualities for vibrant colors and excellent stitch definition, perfect for textured knitting projects. Ethically sourced from free-range South American merino, this Oeko-Tex® certified yarn is soft, durable, and machine washable, making it ideal for sophisticated, comfortable garments. ## Description Content: 50% Superwash Merino Wool, 50% CottonYarn Group: B (20 - 22 stitches) / 8 ply / DK / worsted Weight/yardage: 1.8 oz (50 g) = approx 120 yds (110 m)Recommended needle size: US 6 / 4 mmGauge: 4" x 4" / 10 x 10 cm = 21 sts x 28 rowsMachine wash on gentle cycle warm 40°C / 104F. Don’t use fabric softener. Dry FlatDROPS Cotton Merino is a combination of extra fine merino and long cotton fibers. We have chosen not to card the merino wool and the cotton together, which highlights each of the fibers properties in a better way, while at the same time allows to achieve more vibrant colors and textures. And as in all our merino yarns, the merino wool originates from free-range animals in South America. Made from many thin strands spun together, which give the yarn roundness and elasticity, it is especially suitable for cable, structure and moss patterns. This special construction makes it extra important to treat the garment right: make sure that you knit with the correct tension and rather use a tight tension than loose. Don't wash your garment too warm, never leave it to soak and let the garment dry flat.Very pleasant to work with, DROPS Cotton Merino provides comfortable garments with clear and regular stitches. The wool is superwash treated and very gentle on the skin, which makes it suitable for baby and children clothing.Made in EUOeko-Tex® certificate 25.3.0016NOTE: Please be aware that the colors shown may vary from screen to screen in the same way that shades may vary slightly from dye lot to dye lot. Review: East to work with. Nice quality feel. Holds its shape. - Very nice workable quality feel. Easy to work with. Holds its shape. Review: Soft cuddly yarn. - I wanted to try this yarn and could only find it online. I'm second generation Lithuanian so it was a happy coincidence that the seller lives in and ships from Lithuania. Shipping was pretty fast, considering the distance my little order had to travel! I think the yarn is very soft and seems of good quality. I'm going to knit up a swatch and see what happens in the washer and dryer. ## Features - Content: 50% Merino Wool, 50% Cotton - Yarn Weight: 3 or Light / DK / Worsted / 8 ply (recommended needle size: US 6 or 4 mm) - Weight / Yardage per Ball: 1.8 oz = approx 120 yards (50 g = approx 110 m) Quantity: purchasing 1, you will get 1 ball - NOTE Please be aware that the colors shown may vary from screen to screen in the same way that shades may vary slightly from dye lot to dye lot. - DROPS Cotton Merino is a combination of extra fine merino and long cotton fibers. We have chosen not to card the merino wool and the cotton together, which highlights each of the fibers properties in a better way, while at the same time allows to achieve more vibrant colors and textures. And as in all our merino yarns, the merino wool originates from free-range animals in South America. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B00U0NLQ5U | | Best Sellers Rank | #117,236 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #2,031 in Yarn | | Brand | Drops | | Color | 02 Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (99) | | Date First Available | June 6, 2015 | | Global Trade Identification Number | 07071723010884 | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Length | 7 Inches | | Item Weight | 1.8 ounces | | Item model number | 1 | | Manufacturer | DROPS DESIGN AS | | Material | Cotton, Wool | | Material Composition | 1 | | Product Care Instructions | Machine Wash | | Unit Count | 360 Feet | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Drops - **Color:** 02 Black - **Global Trade Identification Number:** 07071723010884 - **Item Length:** 7 Inches - **Item Weight:** 1.8 Ounces - **Manufacturer:** DROPS DESIGN AS - **Material:** Cotton, Wool - **Material Composition:** 1 - **Product Care Instructions:** Machine Wash - **Unit Count:** 360 Feet ## Images ![DROPS Cotton Merino 02 Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/8103xb9eYQL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ East to work with. Nice quality feel. Holds its shape. *by C***A on December 17, 2025* Very nice workable quality feel. Easy to work with. Holds its shape. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Soft cuddly yarn. *by F***L on June 13, 2025* I wanted to try this yarn and could only find it online. I'm second generation Lithuanian so it was a happy coincidence that the seller lives in and ships from Lithuania. Shipping was pretty fast, considering the distance my little order had to travel! I think the yarn is very soft and seems of good quality. I'm going to knit up a swatch and see what happens in the washer and dryer. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Soft and Warm! *by T***T on December 26, 2024* Love this blended yarn! The addition of the cotton fiber to the merino wool makes this yarn perfect for winterwear in places that don’t get super cold. The yarn is soft and comfortable and breathes well enough it doesn’t get stuffy. ## Frequently Bought Together - DROPS Cotton Merino 02 Black - DROPS Cotton Merino 19 Grey --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/249423626-drops-cotton-merino-02-black](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/249423626-drops-cotton-merino-02-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*