River Silk and Merino is a hand dyed yarn. Tributary Yarns is inspired by the amazingly beautiful landscape on the North Coast of California. A fingering weight blend of 70% Superwash Merino and 30% silk makes this yarn gleam and soft. It’s perfect for your next shawl project. Each 3.5 oz. skein has 438 yards (400 meters). The gauge is 28 stitches equals 4 inches on size US 3-5 needles. Hand wash, lay flat to dry.