Ballerina Chunky Mohair is an expressive blend of mohair & silk with a touch of nylon for durability. Light & incredibly fluffy, the yarn knits up quickly on large needles into cozy cardigans, sweaters & accessories. The long-haired mohair yarn has a full halo to give knits an incredible glow. Knit alone for light accessories & garments or combine with a favorite yarn to create a soft, romantic fabric with more body. Based in Sandnes, Norway, Sandnes Garn is one of the oldest mills in Norway. With a focus on positive business practices, the yarns produced by Sandnes Garn are beautiful to knit, durable & create gorgeous fabrics for garments & accessories. The collection of nature-inspired modern colorways & stunning, wearable patterns are an inspiration to knitters around the globe. Fiber Content: 77% Mohair, 18% Wool, 5% Nylon (Polyamide) Weight: Bulky Yardage: 147 yards Ball/Skein Weight: 50g Care: Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Norway Needle Size: US 8-10.75 (5-7 mm) needles Knitting Stitch Gauge: 4-3.25 stitches per 1"/ 16-13 stitches per 4" Knitting Row Gauge: 10 rows per 4"