Eco Sock

from Myyarnstoryco Hand Dyed Yarns
Light Fingering ?
470 yards
(430 meters)
100 grams
(3.53 ounces)
28.0 sts
= 4 inches
US 1½ - 6 or 2.5 - 4mm
85% Wool - Merino
15% Manufactured Fibers - Nylon / Polyamide
yes

Merino biodegradable nylon. Biodegradable nylon breaks down completely and produces a much lower environmental impact than regular nylon. Unlike regular nylon, that takes decades to decompose, biodegradable nylon takes only about five years to break down completely under landfill conditions. Biodegradable nylon does not decompose during standard use and is just as strong and durable as regular nylon until it is disposed of to landfill.

The main factor determining the quality of merino wool is its softness which depends upon the fineness of the fibres. This yarn comprises of extrafine merino (19.5 microns) which is some of the finest commercially available for hand dyers. This results in a supersoft yarn that feels gentle against the skin.

This yarn is so versatile and can be used for any next to skin project (scarves, jumpers etc) as well as items where a little more durability is required such as socks and gloves.

The yarn is hand painted using acid dyes, and no one skein is the same.

/ 85% superwash merino, 15% eco nylon

/ Light fingering weight

/ 100g - 430m

/ Recommended needle size: 2.5-4.0 mm

/ Gauge: 28sts x 36 rows over 10cm/4 inches on 3.25mm (US 3) needles