Malabrigo Dos Tierras means Two Lands, reflecting the sources of the two amazing fibres found in this ultra-soft yarn. By spinning together 50% fine Uruguayan Merino Wool with 50% baby alpaca from Peru, Malabrigo yarns has created a DK weight yarn that is as versatile as it is beautiful. Great for: Accessories and hand-wash friendly garments, next to skin wear, lace, cables, color-work, and textured stitches. Composition: 50% Merino Wool, 50% Baby Alpaca Size: DK Weight: 100g Length: 210 yd (193m) Recommended Needle Size: 3.75-4.00mm (US 5-6) Recommended Hook Size: 5.5-6.5mm (US I-K) Knitting Gauge: 20-22sts = 4 inches Care: Hand wash, Cold water, Dry flat Note: Colours may vary based on dye lots, the nature of hand-dyed yarn, and monitor settings. May not be exactly as shown. Price is per 1 skein. Malabrigo is a family owned yarn company located in Uruguay. Their wool is 100% produced by Uruguayan farms that allow their free-range sheep to wander through the hills and are herded by old-style shepherds. They do not participate in the controversial practice of mulesing and sheep are sheared pre-lambing. They are committed to achieving the highest standards of ethical sheep husbandry. They also own and operate a second mill based in Peru.
