4ply 75% Superwash Extrafine (19.5 micron) Merino Wool 25% Silk Yarn 5 x 100g Pack

75 % Ultrafine Superwash Merino 25% Mulberry Silk Yarn

4 ply fingering weight

A shimmering, soft and strong yarn produced from ultrafine superwash merino with mulberry silk added for a natural lustre, added strength and more drape. Worsted spun from long staple fibres to produce a yarn with great stitch definition. The silk adds extra body to the yarn to hold stitches in shape on larger or lacey items. Creates items that shimmer in the light and have luxurious drape. Ideal for socks, shawls, scarves, gloves, jumpers and baby items. Can be used in its natural colour or dyed. Takes up the dye well to produce strong, vibrant colours that reflect the light.

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.

Approx. 400m per 100gm hank

5 x 100gm hanks

Recommended Needle Size: 2.5 - 4mm needles
Gauge (stocking stitch): 28sts x 36 rows over 10cm/4 inches
on 3.25mm (US 3) needles