Collection: Nan Bray

 

Nan raises 1200 superfine “Saxon” merinos just south of Oatlands, in the middle of Tasmania, and the wool that her sheep grow is turned into hand knitting yarn by a company in NZ—Design Spun. Her farming focus is on the ethical treatment of the animals and the landscape in which they graze. Her trademark in a production sense is a concept known as “nutritional wisdom”, in which sheep are given the opportunity to graze a wide diversity of native as well as exotic plants—and thereby learn about the nutritional and self-medicating benefits of different forages.  Because nutritional wisdom is in part a learned behaviour—knowledge passed by mothers to their babies—Nan runs all the sheep in a single large mob, keeping all family groups together for their entire lifetimes. In order to foster the diversity of plants that this system relies on, Nan maintains a fairly low stocking rate, encouraging diversity through abundance.

Nan's beautiful, super-soft White Gum Wool yarn comes in 3 weights: 4-ply, 8-ply and a chunky bouclé. We are so proud to offer White Gum Wool as part of the Augustbird range. Browse our current in stock yarns below.


Check out Nan's website whitegumwool.com.au to learn more about White Gum Wool and keep up to date with what Nan is up to. 

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The Beauty of Hand-Dyed Yarn

Every skein of yarn in this collection is carefully hand-dyed in Australia, blending colour, creativity, and a deep love for the craft. Some are soft and delicate, others rich and earthy, all designed to bring joy to your knitting.

Small-batch, artisan-dyed yarn
Soft, luxurious Australian merino
Inspired by nature, literature, and storytelling

Designed for Makers Who Love the Process

Knitting isn’t just about the finished piece, it’s about the moments of calm, the rhythm of each stitch, and the satisfaction of working with something truly special. This collection is made for knitters who appreciate beautiful yarn and want their projects to feel as good as they look.

Find the Perfect Yarn for Your Next Project

From cosy sweaters to delicate shawls, the right yarn makes all the difference. Browse the collection and discover colours that speak to you.