A spectacular value for a quality yarn. Encore is extremely durable, standing up to wear & tear, as well as machine washing. It even has a soft hand! Fiber Content: 75% Acrylic, 25% Wool Weight: Medium/ Worsted Gauge: 5 stitches per 1" on US 8 (5mm) needles Weight/ Yardage: 100g/ 200 yards Care: Machine wash, tumble dry low Country of Origin: Turkey