Sandnes Garn Alpakka Silke
Baby alpaca is not fiber from cute little alpaca babies; it’s the term used for alpaca fiber between 20-23 microns (micrometers) and is one of the finest and softest alpaca grades used for hand-knitting yarn. Combined with the smooth surface of the silk, this softness results in a yarn that feels especially gentle and cool against the skin. Both alpaca and silk have good heat-regulating properties and the silk has a unique moisture-absorbing property. Alpaca fiber does not contain lanolin.
For machine washing, we recommend that all wool garments be washed separately on a wool program, to ensure the gentlest treatment. Centrifuge well and dry the garment flat, preferably on top of a towel. Never use a laundry bag when washing hand-knitted wool garments. This creates friction that can cause the garment to felt.
Fibre: 70% baby alpaca; 30% mulberry silk
Weight: Fingering
- Weight per ball: 50g (1.75 oz)
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Meters per ball: 200m (219 yds)
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Needle size: 3mm
- Tension: 27 sts/10cm
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Care: Machine wash gentle cycle; dry flat