Spun from ultra soft, extra fine baby alpaca, Herriot is a soft & huggable DK weight yarn. Incredibly cozy & warm, the yarn is ideal for luxe accessories & wraps. The gentle halo gives the yarn a beautiful glow & even the simplest of stitch patterns are gorgeous. Herriot has a luscious collection of timeless solids & heathers. Fiber Content: 100% Extrafine Baby Alpaca Weight: Light/ DK Yardage: 219 yards Ball/Skein Weight: 100g Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Peru Needle Size: US 5-7 (4.5 mm) needle Knitting Stitch Gauge: 5.25-6 stitches per 1"/ 21-24 stitches per 4" Crochet Hook Size: 7-I/9 (4.5 mm) hook Crochet Stitch Gauge: 3-4.25 stitches per 1"/ 12-17 stitches per 4"