Composition: 65% virgin wool, 35% alpaca
Yarn group: B (20 - 22 stitches ) / 8 ply / DK / worsted
Weight / Running length: 50 g = approximately 100 meters
Recommended needle size: 4 mm
Gauge swatch: 10 x 10 cm = 21 sts x 28 rows
Care : Hand wash, max. 30°C / Dry flat / Suitable for felting
Superwash: no

Made in: Peru
Origin of the raw material: Alpaca wool and sheep wool from South America

DROPS Lima is a 4-ply sportswear yarn made from a blend of 65% sheep's wool and 35% superfine alpaca. The fibers are untreated, meaning they were only washed and not chemically pre-treated before dyeing. This allows the natural properties of the fibers to shine through, resulting in a better fit and texture.

DROPS Lima is particularly suitable for outdoor garments such as classic Norwegian sweaters and sports pullovers, which require a tighter knit due to its shape retention. Durable and long-lasting, as a good yarn should be, it also boasts the wonderfully soft and comfortable qualities of alpaca. A sports yarn with a touch of luxury!

This yarn has Oeko-Tex® certification (certification number 23.HPE.36896), Standard 100, Class II, from the Hohenstein Institute. This means that the yarn has been tested for harmful substances and is safe for humans and the environment. Class II means that the yarn is suitable for direct skin contact over a large area, as is the case with tops, mattresses, etc.

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