Shetland Heather Marl is a bulky weight yarn consisting of three strands of different colors plied together. This creates a richly hued marl that gives beautiful depth to accessories & garments. The yarn is lovely for stranded colorwork, cables & textured stitches. Garments knit in Shetland wool are heritage pieces that can be passed down through generations. Jamieson's produces authentic yarns grown & spun on the Shetland Islands. Located in the North Sea off the coast of Scotland, Shetland has a rich hand knitting tradition & is known for stranded colorwork. Fair Isle is part of the Shetland Islands. Fiber Content: 100% Shetland Wool Weight: Bulky Gauge: 3.75 stitches per 1" on US 10 (6mm) needles . Weight/ Yardage: 100g/131 yards Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Grown & spun on the Shetland Isles
