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You're receiving this email because {name} thinks the Waitaki Schist Grey 4 Ply would interest you.
This wool is 100% Perendale Lamb's Wool from Te Toko Station in the North Island of New Zealand.
It is 31 Micron - which is ideal for outer garments, cushions, blankets and afghans which need to be harder wearing.
The woollen spinning provides a yarn with a lot of loft to trap air for extra warmth.
The wool has been eco-friendly shrink resist treated - so you can be sure your special project is not going to decrease in size.
The Waitaki area of the South Island of New Zealand is underlaid with schist rock - often used to clad the most stunning of mansions throughout New Zealand. The alluvial schist gravels also provide a great base for stunning wines.
This yarn is a 4 Ply / Sport Weight but is also available in 8 Ply / Double Knitting Weight. Find the
8 Ply here
Yarn Weight: |
4 Ply / Sport Weight |
Texture: |
Woollen Spun – Two Strands |
Fibre: |
100% New Zealand Perendale Wool from Te Toko Station (Hard Wearing) |
Ball Weight: |
50 grams / 1¾ ounces |
Length: |
219 metres/239 yards approx |
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Knitting Tension: |
23 to 26 stitches per 10cm/4” |
Needle Size: |
3.25 to 3.75 mm needles / US 3 to 5 |
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Crochet Tension: |
16 to 20 stitches to 10cm/4” in single crochet |
Hook Size: |
3.5 to 4.5 mm / US E-4 to 7 |
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Care: |
Shrink resist treated.
Gentle Machine Wash with liquid wool wash. |
Feel: |
Stronger wool – durable/hardwearing |
Perfect for: |
Outer wear, socks, Fair Isle, teapot cosies, cushions, afghans, throws, blankets, dog coats. |
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Regards,