4ply Sock Superwash Polwarth Wool Yarn 5 x 100gm Pack

Composition: 100% Superwash New Zealand Polwarth Wool
Metric Count: 4/16Nm
Yarn Weight: Sock/Fingering Weight, 4 ply construction
Meterage: Approx 400m (437 yards) per 100gm hank
Origin: New Zealand


Description
Soft, strong and lustrous.
This wonderful wool is from the New Zealand Polwarth sheep, an old sheep breed combining 75% merino and 25% Lincoln. The fibre is similar to merino but with more sheen, so sleek, springy and lustrous. It is worsted spun from long staple fibres to produce a yarn that is silky and smooth. Good stitch definition. Ideal for socks, gloves, jumpers and items that require some strength. Takes up the dye well to produce strong and vibrant colours.

5 x 100gm hanks = 500gms total

Suggested Needle/Hook Sizes and Gauge:
Recommended Needle Size: 2.5 - 4mm (US 1.5 - 6) needles and C-G hook
Gauge (stocking stitch): 28sts x 36 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 3.25mm (US 3) needles

Care Instructions:
Hand wash using a wool detergent, ideally below 30°C, avoid wringing and twisting. Dry flat out of direct sunlight, do not spin or tumble dry.

We are aware that the ties on this batch may be tighter than on our other bases and we apologise for any inconvenience that this might cause.