100% untreated Patagonia Merino Wool. El Calafate Merino wool is a singe ply, softly spun yarn with a softness that will make your heart melt.

Its color palette inspires a trip to the uninhabited vast steeps of los Andes. With straightforward earthiness and deep sophistication, our merino is the perfect fiber for beginners, whether knitters, crocheters, or weavers flowing into every project effortlessly. It has a satisfying bit of bounce as you work, as well as excellent stitch definition and drape. Ideal for felting too, imagine slippers, bags, and bowls. Its unparalleled lightness and breathability, makes it perfect for all year round pieces!

Each skein is made by careful and real hands. We love that they don’t look perfect, and each one is special. We hope you enjoy our passion for fair + ethical trade.

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WHY WE LOVE IT — Unparalleled lightness, breathability, odor-resistant, hypoallergenic, great stitch definition, lightweight, breathable, natural, earthy color palette, easy to knit with.

FIBER CONTENT — 100% Patagonian Merino Wool

GAUGE — 4 sts per inch | 2.5 cm

WEIGHT — available in aprox. 100 g (0.22 lb) | 50 g (0.11 lb) hank

LENGTH — 256 yd (233 m) | 128 yd ( 166 m)

THICKNESS — Worsted | Aran (size 4)

SUGGESTED KNITTING NEEDLES — US 8 - 10 | 5 - 6 mm

SUGGESTED CROCHET HOOK — US M/N 13 - P 16 | 6.5 - 8 mm