Colorway: Black with golden or silvery threads
About this Gem-Toned Yarn:
Inspired by the mysterious beauty of onyx, a stone born of shadow and light. Its name comes from the Greek word onyx, meaning “claw” or “fingernail,” a nod to the layers it hides beneath its polished surface.
Throughout history, onyx has been revered as a talisman of strength and focus. Ancient artisans carved it into seals, warriors carried it for protection, and mystics used it to ground scattered thoughts into purpose. When kissed by gold, this dark gem transforms into a symbol of resilience through radiance — a reminder that light still threads through even the darkest depths.
Gilded Onyx is a yarn of contrast and harmony: the steadfast calm of night streaked with whispers of sunlight. It embodies endurance, balance, and self-mastery — perfect for those creating with intention and courage.
Weave this striking colorway into your next project as a celebration of shadow meeting light, and let it infuse your work with quiet power and golden grace.
About this Side Quest Yarn:
•4-ply Sock Weight
•71% Superwash Merino Wool, 24% Nylon, 5% Metallic
•Yardage: 410 yd /380 m
•Weight: 100 g
•Recommended Knitting Needle Size: US 1-3/2.25-3.25mm
•Gauge 28-32 sts
Our cake winding service is an additional cost and is not eligible for exchanges. This service may add 3-5 business days to order fulfillment. To have all hanks wound, please ensure the number of hanks per cake matches.
*As much as we do our best to keep each skein of yarn similar, each one will be a little different just as everyone’s journey will be a little different. We recommend that those who need more than one skein alternate between 2 or more skeins for the most consistent work.
Care Instructions:
May bleed on the first wash. Wash with like colors. Machine wash, gentle cycle, use mild detergent, do not bleach, dry flat away from direct sunlight.
2-ply
100 % Superwash Merino Wool 21.5 mic
382 yd /350 m
100 g (mini 20 g)
Needle: US 1-3 | Hook B/1-E/4 Gauge 28-32 sts
3-ply delicate halo when washed
100 % Superwash Merino Wool 21.5 mic 328 yd /300 m
100 g (mini 20 g)
Needle US 3.5 - 5.5 | Hook D/3 - G/6
4-ply
100 % Superwash Merino Wool 21.5 mic
246 yd /224 m
100 g (mini 20 g)
Needle Size US 7 | Hook Size 7 | Metric 4.5 mm
Gauge 5.5 st/inch
4-ply
100 % Superwash Merino Wool 21.5 mic
219 yd /200 m
100 g (mini 20 g)
Needle US 8 | Hook H/8 | Metric 5 mm
Gauge 5 st/inch
4-ply Fingering
50% Fine Superwash Merino Wool, 50% Mulberry Silk
437 yds | 400 m
100 g (mini 20 g)
Needle: US 1-3 | Hook B/1-E/4 Gauge 28-32 sts
4-ply Fingering
71% Superwash Merino Wool, 24% Nylon, 5% Metallic
410 yd /380 m
100 g
Needle: US 1-3 | Hook B/1-E/4 Gauge 28-32 sts
