Abstract: A high bulk olefin blended yarn includes selected percentages by weight of olefin fiber with naturally occuring fiber such as cotton or wool, which are cut and blended together to form a staple thereof which are then spun and twisted in a conventional manner to form the blended yarn, the yarn becoming a high bulk yarn under controlled high heat levels. Preferably, 60% to 85% of cotton or wool by weight and 40% to 15% of olefin by weight are blended together. In a modified form, 20% to 40% by weight of polyester can replace a like amount of weight of the cotton or wool to reduce the cost thereof. The olefin in the fabric formed from the high bulk olefin blended yarn produces a wicking action capable of transmitting moisture from the wearer's body.