Dos Tierras means Two Lands, reflecting the sources of the two amazing fibers found in this ultra-soft yarn. By spinning together 50% of our fine Uruguayan Merino wool with 50% baby alpaca from Peru we have created a DK weight yarn that is as versatile as it is beautiful. And when we combine the good stitch definition and drape of this four ply yarn with our amazing kettle-dyed semi-solid and variegated colors you have the perfect palette to help show off your stitch work. Great for: Accessories and hand-wash-friendly garments, next-to-skin wear, lace, cables, colorwork, and textured stitches. Fiber Content: 50% Merino Wool, 50% Baby Alpaca Yardage: 210 yards of yarn in each 100 gram hank. Gauge: Approximately 5-5.5 stitches to an inch on U.S. size 5-6 needles. Care: Hand wash. Dry flat.
