Retrosaria Rosa Pomar Beiroa
Retrosaria Rosa Pomar Beiroa is single-ply DK weight wool yarn made from free-grazing Bordaleira Serra da Estrela sheep; it showcases exactly why Portuguese wool has earned such a devoted following.
The single-ply construction gives you a yarn that's slightly irregular—and that's exactly what makes it special. Beiroa blooms beautifully after its first wash, softening with each wear while keeping the structure your sweaters need to look great for years. Minimal processing means you're getting wool that still tells its story: Portuguese hillsides, traditional shepherding, and the kind of character makers just can't resist.
Colors range from natural, undyed wool in all its honest beauty to carefully dyed shades that capture real depth and variation. Natural tones embrace their own quiet elegance while the dyed colorways are rich and complex. Beiroa's texture adds visual interest to projects.
Projects that embrace this yarn's artisanal nature work the best with Beiroa. For instance, the Bétula shawl features alternating stockinette and garter sections that let Beiroa's rustic charm display its magic, and the triangular shape makes a perfect layering piece. Textured sweaters are another natural fit where the yarn becomes part of your sweater's authentic character.
Made of: 100% Portuguese wool
Length: 251 yards per 100g ball
Gauge: 18-20 stitches = 4" on US 6-8 needles
Care: Hand wash cool with gentle detergent; air dry flat
Made in: Portugal
