Be amazed knitting with this unique yarn spun with cotton & stinging nettle! Used in clothing for thousands of years, this plant fiber brings the fun wavy effect to Ortica. Lightweight & breathable, this heavy DK/ light worsted yarn is perfect for warm weather pullovers, cardigans, tank tops & tees. The two fibers plied together (one thicker & one threadlike) make stitches come to life. The yarn is lovely for lace patterns, stockinette & more textural stitches. The palette consists of a curated collection of resort favorites. Fiber Content: 82% Cotton, 18% Nettle (Ramie) Weight: Heavy DK/ Light Worsted Yardage: 114 yards Ball/Skein Weight: 50g Care: Machine wash cool, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Italy Needle Size: US 6-7 (4-4.5 mm) needles Knitting Stitch Gauge : 4.75 stitches per 1"/ 19 stitches per 4" Knitting Row Gauge: 27 rows per 4"