WATERshed is a light, airy worsted weight yarn spun with 100% wool. The light, lofty character of this yarn makes it very warm due to the air trapped within the fiber. It also blooms beautifully when blocked. The durable quality of this wool yarn makes it ideal for long wearing garments & accessories. Cardigans, sweaters, wraps & hats knit up beautifully in the heathered colorways inspired by nature. Since 1794, woolen yarn has been spun in the historic town of Harrisville, New Hampshire. Harrisville Designs has followed in the footsteps of the generations of artisans before them by spinning beautiful yarns for over 50 years. All Harrisville Designs yarns are spun & dyed in Harrisville, NH using 100% U.S. sourced wool. Fiber Content: 100% Wool Weight: Medium/ Worsted Yardage: 110 yards Ball/Skein Weight: 50g Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: United States Needle Size: US 6-8 (4-5 mm) needles Knitting Stitch Gauge: 4-4.5 stitches per 1"/ 16-18 stitches per 4"