Rauma Vandre yarn is aptly named with the Norwegian word for hiking. This yarn consists of 100% Norwegian wool, of which 50% is from the Spælsau sheep breed. The long fibers from the spelled sheep make Vandre a durable yarn. Therefore, Vandre is particularly suitable for socks, hiking clothes, and workwear. BREED 100% Norwegian Wool LENGTH: ~131 yards (120 meters) / 50g ball YARN THICKNESS: Worsted GAUGE: 20 sts/4" on 3.5mm (US 4) needles PACKAGE approx. 50g balls Made in Norway 100% Norwegian sheep to mill Care Instructions from Rauma: Garments knitted in Vandre should be machine washed before use. This helps the fibers to "settle", which increases the wear resistance and makes the garment more dirt-repellent. In addition, the garment becomes softer and more fluffy! Lay items flat to air dry. Items knit with this yarn are not dryer safe. Yarn Requirements: Children's socks will generally need 100gWomen's socks will generally need 150g Men's socks will generally need 200g in a solid color.Anklet socks would use less and generally should call for 100g. Please Note: Rauma Vandre is a heavier-weight sock yarn, so these are general guidelines for yarn requirements. Always check your pattern's recommended yardage to ensure you have enough yarn. Ready to cast on with Rauma Vandre? Check out these knits curated especially for this yarn:394-5 Furusokker Socks by Rauma, a classic ribbed sock with a contrasting toe and heel.Vandre Socks Kit with Pattern Book by Rauma, a kit with all the yarn and patterns you need to start your next pair of socks.Djo by Sophie Ochera, a delightful geometric-colorwork sweater, knit seamlessly from the top down.Säter Socks by Maja Karlsson, socks featuring beautiful leaf motifs with an Italian cast-on and "Fleegle Heel." Please remember that every effort is taken to represent the true colors of the yarn and that monitor settings will vary.
