Alpakka is a luxury DK weight yarn spun with 100% alpaca. Soft & supple with beautiful drape, the yarn is ideal for divine little knits such as fingerless mitts, cowls & scarves. The yarn has lovely stitch definition & looks lovely in moss stitch, cables & other textured stitches. Based in Sandnes, Norway, Sandnes Garn is one of the oldest mills in Norway. With a focus on positive business practices, the yarns produced by Sandnes Garn are beautiful to knit, durable & create gorgeous fabrics for garments & accessories. The collection of nature-inspired modern colorways & stunning, wearable patterns are an inspiration to knitters around the globe. Fiber Content: 100% Alpaca Weight: Light/ DK Gauge: 5.5 stitches per 1" on US 5 (3.5mm) needles Weight/ Yardage: 50g/120 yards Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Norway