Composition:77% Alpaca, 23% Silk Wire group:C (16 - 19 stitches )/ 10 ply / aran / worsted Weight/Meter:25 g = approx. 140 m Recommended needles:5 mm Gauge:10 x 10 cm = 17 stitches x 22 rows Maintenance : Hand wash at a maximum temperature of 30°C / Dry horizontally
Made in:Peru Origin of raw material:Alpaca from Peru, silk from China
A luxurious yarn in an exclusive blend of soft, superfine combed alpaca and subtly shiny silk, super-soft DROPS Alpaca Silk has a sophisticated color palette ranging from light beige and soft greys to spectacular reds and purples.
Feather-light and incredibly warm, DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk makes it suitable for both small and large pieces and can be knitted quickly on thicker needles. This yarn can also be used as a complementary effect yarn when trioed with other qualities for results that are as charming as they are soft!
This yarn is Oeko-Tex® certified (certificate number 23.HPE.36896), Standard 100, Class II by the Hohenstein Institute. This means it has been tested and is completely free of hazardous substances and is considered safe for both humans and the environment. Class II means the yarn is suitable for direct contact with the skin in large fabrics, such as blouses, shirts, mattresses, etc.
Please be aware that colors displayed may vary from monitor to monitor. Similarly, hues may vary slightly from one dye batch to another.
