Madara is a multi-hued, worsted weight yarn with a unique thick & thin texture. The blend of wool, silk & alpaca is beautiful for knit cardigans, sweaters & accessories. The character of this yarn gives even simple stockinette a rustic luxe look with a soft hand. Noro yarns embrace the Japanese philosophy of accepting & enjoying the non-uniformity, unevenness, & natural beauty of nature. All animal fibers spun into Noro yarns come from certified organic farms around the world. The yarns are as eco-friendly as possible with many processes still done by hand or on traditional machinery. Fiber Content: 60% Wool, 30% Silk, 10% Alpaca Weight: Medium/Worsted Gauge: 5.5-6 stitches per 1" on US 7-8 (4.5-5mm) needles Weight/ Yardage: 100g/218 yards Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Country of Origin: Japan
