Description
WHAT’S HER STORY?
DROPS BabyAlpaca Silk is spun from 3 strands in a combination of the best of two wonderful fibers, being a mix of 70% baby alpaca (for the softness) and 30% mulberry silk (for strength and glossy shine). The yarn fibers are untreated, which means they are only washed and not exposed to any chemical treatment prior to the dyeing. This highlights the fiber’s natural properties, while it also provides a better shape and texture quality.
Made in Peru
FAMOUS FOR…
DROPS BabyAlpaca Silk is great for baby garments. It is soft against the skin, cooling when hot and warm when cold.
YARN FACTS
COMPOSITION
70% Superfine Alpaca, 30% Silk
SUGGESTED KNITTING NEEDLE SIZE
2.5 – 3.5 mm (US 1 – 4)
SUGGESTED CROCHET HOOK SIZE
2.5 – 3 MM (US B – E)
YARN WEIGHT
4 ply
50 grams = approx 167 metres (183 yards)
TENSION SWATCH
10 x 10 cm = 23 sts x 30 rows
HOW TO WASH
Hand wash with wool detergent, max 30°C, once done, roll in a clean towel to remove excess water and dry flat.
YARN COMBINATIONS
If you are looking for a super soft and delicate yarn alternative, try combining DROPS BabyAlpaca Silk with DROPS Kid-Silk. The result will have a subtle shine and you can also achieve a delicate colour texture, if you were to choose to combine two colours that are slightly different.
Suggested knitting needle / crochet hook size: 5mm