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Elsebeth Lavold Silky Wool Yarn
SKU: ELSW-001
$10.99 USD
: 001 Chalk
Silky Wool is a long time favorite with a light nubby twist. This wonderful 45% Wool, 35% Silk, 20% Nylon knits to a DK weight gauge and creates a fabric that is lightweight, but warm. Silky Wool is a great choice when you are knitting or crocheting multi-season garments.
Elsebeth Lavold is a Swedish designer who has received worldwide recognition and is best known for her Viking Knits. Being the only Swedish knitwear designer with her own yarn label, she personally ensures that her yarn is cared for and carefully crafted every step of the way! She decides which fibers to include, their properties, and the colors. The strength and durability of this yarn is amazing, without compromising the soft next to skin texture. You'll find that Silky Wool is a joy to knit with and garments made from this yarn will delight for generations!
Yarn Details
- Weight: DK (11wpi)
- Yardage: 191 yards (175 meters)
- Unit Weight: 50 grams (1.76 ounces)
- Gauge: 22.0 sts = 4 inches
- Recommended Needle Size: US 6 - 4.0 mm
- Texture: Piled
- Fiber Content: 45% Wool, 35% Silk, 20% Nylon
- Care Instructions: Hand wash, dry flat
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