This yarn is permeated with wonderful properties of aloe vera which also helps the yarn glide smoothly on needles and hooks. Yarn knits up in striped or Fair Isle patterns and solid colors. Ideal for unique home d cor accessories; colorful kids sweaters and of course socks! Weight category: 1; 70% wool superwash/30% nylon; 1.76oz/50g; 213yd/195m. Gauge: knit: 36st x 48r = 4in/10cm on size 2/2.75mm needles; crochet: 23sc x 28r = 4in/10cm on size D3/3.25mm hook. Care: machine washable; dry flat; do not bleach; iron low; dry clean with P solvents only. Imported.