Kureyon is a heritage yarn spun from 100% wool. This worsted, single-ply yarn has a gentle twist & knits into durable, heirloom pieces that can be passed down through generations. The color shifting palette of Noro creates knits that are beautiful & thoroughly unique. This yarn also felts beautifully. Perfect for warm sweaters, cardigans & accessories. Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting & enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, & natural beauty of nature. All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world. The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. Fiber Content: 100% Wool Weight: Medium/Worsted Gauge: 3.5-4 stitches per 1" on US 7-8 (4.5-5mm) needles Weight/ Yardage: 50g/109 yards Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Japan