NORDIC FAIR ISLE CARDIGAN IN SNUGGLY CASHMERE MERINO SILK DK
Design No 5388
Take your baby on a Nordic adventure with our fair isle cardigan in Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk. Featuring colour-work inspired by the red roofs common to...
Take your baby on a Nordic adventure with our fair isle cardigan in Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk. Featuring colour-work inspired by the red roofs common to Scandinavia and a contrast trim to the rib which creates a cute piping effect. Knitting level: Advanced You will also need: 1 pair of 4mm (UK8 – USA6) Knitting Needles and 1 pair of 3.25mm (UK10 – USA3) Knitting Needles. 5 [5:5:6:6:6] buttons.
Yarn Facts
About This Yarn
Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk in double knitting weight is an extra special cosy yarn for precious babies. A blend of soft cashmere, smooth silk and extra fine merino wool, this gentle, machine washable yarn is kind to sensitive skin. A palette of fairy tale shades combines classic baby pastels with deeper baby shades for contemporary knit and crochet designs.
What's it like to work with?
This yarn is not just kind to baby, it’s a treat for you to knit or crochet too. The luxury fibres turn your stitches into a beautifully soft and cosy fabric you won’t want to put down.
What is it best for?
The extra special fibres are perfect for gifting. Soft plump stitches with crisp stitch definition make this extra special yarn ideal for colour-work and textured patterns on gorgeous little garments and beautiful baby blankets.
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Composition
75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 20% Silk, 5% Cashmere
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Tension
28 rows, 22sts
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Ball Weight
50g In accordance with BS984
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Yarn Weight
Double Knitting
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Yarn Length
116 metres (127 yards) approx
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Knitting Needle Size
4mm (USA 6)
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Crochet Hook Size
4mm (USA F/5)
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Washing Instructions
Wool Cycle, Do Not Tumble, Dry Flat
