Warm, comfortable and with good shape stability this yarn is a great choice for multi colored designs (the color pairings are fantastic), like Nordic patterns, blankets and more - as well as outdoor garments and everyday clothes. 65% Wool, 35% Alpaca 4 Ply Fingering 230 yds (210 m) per 50 grams (1.76 ounces) 23.0 to 26.0 sts = 4 inches 3.00 mm (US 2.5) needles and 3.00 mm hook size Hand Wash, max 30°C / Dry Flat / Feltable Superwash: no Made in: PeruRaw material origin: Wool from South America This yarn has an Oeko-Tex® certification (certificate number 23.HPE.36896), Standard 100, Class II from the Hohenstein Institute. This means that is has been tested for harmful substances and is considered safe in human-ecological terms. Class II means the yarn is suitable to come in direct contact with the skin to a large extent, such as blouses, shirts, mattresses, etc.