Looking for mulesing-free, hand-painted sock wool in Australia that turns every project into a masterpiece?
 
Huasco Sock Hand Painted is a fingering weight (4ply) yarn made from 75% SuperWash wool and 25% polyamide, offering the perfect blend of softness, strength and stunning colour. Each 100g skein holds 396 metres of vibrant, hand-painted fibre, designed to bring joy, bounce and boldness to your sock knitting, accessories and more.
 
Made in Türkiye and painted by hand, no two skeins are exactly the same. Each one is a canvas of shifting hues and painterly charm.
 
At Fancy Yarns Australia, we’re proud to stock yarns that reflect your values and inspire your craft. If you’ve been searching for where to buy sock wool in Australia that’s mulesing-free, eye-catching and endlessly enjoyable to work with, this one’s for you.
 
A Yarn with a Story
 
Huasco Sock takes its name from the Mapuche word for “river of gold”, and it’s easy to see why. The yarn flows through your hands with a softness that feels luxurious and a colour palette that glows with hand-painted intensity.
 
Ethically sourced and mulesing-free, this yarn is a celebration of craftsmanship, creativity and care. From the sheep to the skein, every step honours quality and kindness.
 
Why You’ll Love It
 
Whether you’re crafting everyday essentials or show-stopping pieces, Huasco Sock Hand Painted offers colour and character with every stitch.
 
You’ll love:
The mulesing-free SuperWash wool that’s soft, ethical and easy-care
The polyamide for durability, making it great for socks, mitts and more
The hand-painted colourways that create painterly effects and organic striping
The perfect bounce and elasticity for fitted pieces
The individuality of each skein. No two are ever the same
 
It’s your go-to for fibre that’s fun, functional and full of flair.
 
Spun with Purpose
 
At Fancy Yarns Australia, we believe your yarn should match your values, and Huasco Sock Hand Painted does just that.
 
It’s mulesing-free, hand-painted by skilled artisans, and sourced from sheep raised with a focus on welfare and care with the Sheep Welfare Green Tag Tally. Whether you're knitting socks for a loved one or crocheting something beautiful for yourself, this yarn adds depth, ethics and artistry to every loop.
 
Perfect For
 
Huasco Sock Hand Painted is perfect for projects that call for both colour and structure, whether worn close to the skin or shown off in the light.
 
Try it for:
Durable hand-knit socks with a one-of-a-kind look
Stunning and unique tops for winter warmth
Lightweight shawls with painterly drape
Slouchy beanies and fingerless gloves
Crocheted scarves with bold colour transitions
 
Interested in similar yarns? Check out our range of:
wools and wool blends
hand-painted yarns
Turkish yarns
 
Needing inspiration? Check out our patterns available both for free and to purchase!
 
Need your skein wound into a ball? Check out our ball-winding service here.