Yardage 100g/90m (3.5oz/98yd) Content 65% Wool35% Alpaca Suggested Gauge / Needle / Hook Size Knitting needle size: 9.0mm (US 13)Knitting gauge: 10 stitches = 10cm (4") in stockinette stitchCrochet hook size: 10mm (US P-15)Crochet gauge: 9sts = 10cm (4") in single crochet Product Details Super soft and lofty, warm bulky yarn DROPS Andes is spun from 2 strands in the traditional combination of 65% Peruvian Highland wool and 35% superfine alpaca. The mixture brings out the alpaca silky surface, while the wool gives the yarn better shape stability. The yarn fibers are untreated, which means that it is only washed and not exposed to any chemical treatment prior to the dyeing. This highlights the fiber’s natural properties, while it also provides a better shape and texture quality. Thinking about felting this yarn? See how this yarn looks before and after felting: Before After Needles: 9.00 mmBefore: 10 sts x 14 rowsAfter: 13 sts x 26 rows Read more about felting here Craft Yarn Council Size Distributor Shade Card New colours for 2025 Drops Andes