DK Weight 80% Superwash Merino 10% Cashmere 10% Nylon Yarn 5 x 100gm PACK

Composition: 80% Superwash Merino 10% Cashmere 10% Nylon Yarn (19.5 Microns)
Metric Count: 4/9 Nm
Yarn Weight: DK Weight, 4 ply construction
Meterage: Approx. 225m (246 yards) per 100g hank
Origin: Australia


Description
Affordable luxury. Extrafine superwash merino wool is blended with cashmere for a supersoft, plump yarn with next to the skin softness. Nylon is added for durability. Perfect for luxurious jumpers, socks, gloves and shawls. Takes up the dye well to produce vibrant, intense colours.
The main factor determining the quality of merino wool is its softness which depends upon the fineness of the fibres. We use extrafine merino (19.5 microns) which is some of the finest commercially available for hand dyers. This results in a supersoft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.

5 x 100gm hanks = 500gms total

Suggested Needle/Hook Sizes and Gauge:
Needle Size: 3.5 - 4.5mm (US 4 - 7) needles and E-G hook
Gauge (stocking stitch): 22sts x 30 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 4mm (US 6) 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.

The wool used in this yarn is ethically produced from sheep that have NOT been mulesed.