Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy DK Yarn
Elsebeth Lavold Hempathy DK Yarn
SKU: SKU: E-HEMP-072
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If you are looking for an all natural yarn that doesn't have animal fiber, look no further than Hempathy. This DK-weight is your go-to cotton/ hemp yarn for sturdy eco-friendly projects of every sort, ranging from comfortable summer tops to useful market bags. Expect this yarn to get softer with every wash.
Yarn Details:
Weight: DK (11 WPI)
Yardage: 153yd (139m)
Unit Weight: 50 grams (1.76 oz)
Gauge: 22.0 sts = 4 inches
Needle size: US 4 - 3.5mm
Fiber Content: 41% Cotton, 34 % Cellulose/Hemp, 25%Rayon/Viscose
Texture: Plied
Machine Wash: Yes
Hempathy blooms nicely when washed so swatching is essential.
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