The down type fleece in this yarn is springy, spongy and perfect for cushiony, comfortable socks. Down type wools also resist felting, improving washability.
yarn character: 3-ply, woolen spun with added nylon for strength and washability.
fiber content and care: 80% Dorset wool, 20% nylon. Yarn is pre-washed. The Down type wool plus added nylon make this yarn machine washable. If knit tightly it can be dried in the dryer as well.
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size: sport weight, 13 wpi |
suggested needles: 3-4 (US) for socks, up to 8 for other
sock gauge: 7 sts. per inch on size 3 or 4 (US)
skein length: approximately 235 yards/215 meters (enough for a women’s large, or men’s average pair of socks
skein weight: 4.25 oz./ 120 grams
dye information: undyed white and colors dyed with weak acid dyes
this is made from polled Dorset wool and does NOT qualify for SE2SE
batch: D5020
