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Jody Long Alba Yarn
SKU: ALBA-001
$19.99 USD
: 001 Oats
This lovely yarn bears the original Gaelic name for the kingdom of Scotland as its subtle and stunning tweed effect and colors are inspired by the Scottish Highlands. This tweedy yarn combines a luxurious blend of Merino Wool and Superfine Alpaca, accented with a taste of viscose sourced from German sustainable forestry.
Yarn Details
Weight: DK (11wpi)
Texture: Plied, Tweedy
Put up: Twisted Hank
Fiber Content: 50% wool, 25% Alpaca, 25% Manufactured Fibers - Rayon / Viscose
Unit Weight: 100 grams (3.5 oz.)
Yardage: 382 yarns (349 meters)
Recommended Needle Size: US 5 - 7 or 3.75 - 4.5mm
Knitting Gauge: 21.0 to 24.0 sts = 4 inches
Recommended Hook Size: 3.75 mm (F)
Care: Air dry flat
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