Hand dyed in Paris, France, each La Bien Aimée skein is truly a work of art. The unique color combinations are fun to knit & gorgeous to wear. Felix is a soft, rustic blend of Falkland Merino wool & Gotland wool that is wonderful for everything from knit shawls & wraps to fine gauge cardigans & pullovers. The 2-ply strand delivers lovely stitch definition, as well as a light, lofty fabric. Knit the yarn alone, doubled or hold together with a favorite Suri alpaca or mohair for additional softness & a stunning halo. Gotland sheep wool is known for possessing a subtle luster & halo, making it reminiscent of mohair. The light grey Gotland fiber mixed with the bright white Merino gives the Helix yarn a beautiful finish & depth of color. Fiber Content: 75% Falkland Merino Wool, 25% Gotland Wool Weight: Lace Yardage: 710 yards Ball/Skein Weight: 100g Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Hand-dyed in Paris, France Needle Size: US 0-6 (2-4 mm) needle Knitting Stitch Gauge: Various. **Lace weight yarns are usually knitted or crocheted on larger needles and hooks to create lacy, openwork patterns. Accordingly, a gauge range is difficult to determine. Always follow the gauge stated in your pattern.
