Soft with a gentle halo, this heavy sport/ light DK weight yarn is lovely for fine gauge knits such as light pullovers, cardigans & cowls. The 3-ply blend of alpaca & wool gives the yarn strength, softness & durability. Delivering crisp stitch definition, Alpaca Wool is wonderful for cables, textured stitches & ribbing. It is a delightful yarn to bring joy to the everyday. Fiber Content: 50% Wool, 50% Alpaca Weight: Heavy sport/ light DK Yardage: 128 yards Ball/Skein Weight: 50g Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Peru Needle Size: US 5 (3.75 mm) needle Knitting Stitch Gauge: 5.75 stitches per 1"/ 23 stitches per 4" Knitting Row Gauge: 30 rows per 4"