SRS Merino Alpaca Fingering from Louie & Lola Yarns

SRS Merino Alpaca Fingering

from Louie & Lola Yarns
Fingering (14 wpi) ?
372 yards
(340 meters)
100 grams
(3.53 ounces)
24.0 to 28.0 sts
= 4 inches
US 3 - 5 or 3.25 - 3.75mm
60% Wool - Merino
40% Camelid - Alpaca
Plied
Source of fiber: Australia

Characteristics: This worsted spun 4 ply constuction yarn is ultra soft & smooth with a beautiful shine. The knitted fabric is drapey without being floppy, so that all the lovely benefits of Alpaca fibre may be enjoyed supported with the structure and bounce of Merino. Produced by Kirchelly Textiles, this single origin, non-super wash yarn is a new type of Merino. SRS (Soft Rolling Skin) Merino are bred to be non-wrinkled and plain bodied, making them naturally resistant to fly-strike and thus removing the need for mulesing in these flocks, resulting in better welfare. This trait also means that the shearer can clip closer to the body, and less frequently, resulting in longer fibres and over generations is projected to result in finer fibres.
Use: Works beautifully for mid weight garments and accessories such as sweaters, cowls, mitts, beanies and shawls.
Care: Gentle hand wash and dry flat in shade.