Manos del Uruguay is a special brand of hand spun & dyed artisan yarns that supports rural Uruguayan women. Manos is a non-profit organization that was founded to give women jobs, allowing them to be independent & support their families while being able to live in their home villages. Alegria is a soft, vibrant sock yarn that is a blend of superwash Merino wool & nylon. As well as a soft hand, this yarn is also durable & easy to care for. Ideal for socks, shawls, garments & baby knits. Fiber Content: 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Polyamide (nylon) Weight: Super Fine/Fingering Gauge: 7-7.5 stitches per 1" on US 1-3 (2.25-3mm) needles Weight/ Yardage: 100g/445 yards Care: Machine wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Uruguay
