DK Timely Tweed

Composition: 75% Superwash Merino (19.5 Microns) 15% Nylon 10% Nep Yarn
Yarn Weight: DK weight, 4 ply construction
Meterage: Approx. 225m (246 yards) per 100g hank
Origin: Merino - South Africa


Description
A tweedy yarn with subtle black, caramel and cream flecks (neps). When dyed, the viscose neps resist the dye and remain their original color. When worked up into a project, the yarn produces a rustic look due to the speckles of neutral colors provided by the tweedy neps. This yarn is as versatile and durable, Perfect for sweaters, scarves, shawls as well as more hard wearing items such as socks and gloves.


Suggested Needle/Hook Sizes and Gauge:
Needle Size: 3.5 - 4.5mm (US 4 - 7) needles and E-G hook
Gauge (stocking stitch): 22sts x 30 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 4mm (US 6) needles


Care Instructions:
Hand wash using a wool detergent, ideally below 30°C, avoid wringing and twisting. Dry flat out of direct sunlight, do not spin or tumble dry.

The wool used in this yarn is ethically produced from sheep that have NOT been mulesed.