A delightfully rustic, wool yarn for wool lovers! Spun with 100% traceable, Merino wool, Heavy Merino is a versatile worsted weight yarn that is ideal for cold weather garments & accessories. Warm & toasty, this yarn has a classic, heritage feel. Strong & durable, this yarn knits into garments that will last. It is also wonderful combined with Knitting for Olive Soft Silk Mohair to add extra softness & fluffiness, as well as depth of color. The gentle halo adds a beautiful, rich character to sweaters, cardigans, hats, cowls & scarves. The soothing, modern palette of colorways are incredibly wearable. *The Merino wool in Cotton Merino is RMS-certified (Responsible Wool Standard ensures animals, farmers & environment are treated with respect) Traveling to us from lovely Denmark, Knitting for Olive yarns are ethically created with high quality, natural fibers. Founded by a mother & daughter, the family business is passionate about responsible yarns that inspire & bring joy to knitters around the world. Fiber Content: 100% Non-mulesed Merino Wool (Oeko-Tex Standard 100) Weight: Medium/ Worsted Yardage: 136 yards Ball/Skein Weight: 50g Care: Hand wash cool, lay flat to dry Needle Size: US 7 (4.5 mm) needle Knitting Stitch Gauge: 4.5 stitches per 1"/ 18 stitches per 4" Knitting Row Gauge: 30 rows per 4"
