A lovely breed specific, DK weight yarn spun from 100% Bluefaced Leicester. This heritage wool is warm, durable & will help garments maintain their shape well. Bluefaced Leicester evolved in the eighteenth century in England & is renowned for its warm, yet light, lustrous fleece. It has wonderful stitch definition for cables, as well as stranded colorwork. The nature-inspired palette has an array of choices for garments & accessories. Fiber Content: 100% Bluefaced Leicester Weight: Light/ DK Gauge: 5.5-6 stitches per 1" on US 5-6 (3.75-4mm) needles Weight/ Yardage: 100g/262 yards Care: Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Turkey
