• Do not bleach
    Do not bleach
  • Dryer
    Dryer
  • Low iron 110ºC
    Low iron 110ºC
  • Machine Washable at 30ºC Wool Cycle
    Machine Washable at 30ºC Wool Cycle
  • Ball band
    Ball band

Big Merino: Virgin Wool Yarn (Chunky)

Virgin Wool 55%, Acrylic 45% – 100g (3oz 1/2) – Bulky
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Big Merino by Katia is a 55/45 blended yarn that contains superwash merino wool and acrylic providing stability and softness to all of your creations.

Big Merino is a high-quality yarn at an affordable price point. The uses of Big Merino yarn are endless, including: scarfs, cowls, gloves, hats, sweaters, cardigans, and home accessories, like cushions, blankets, flowerpot covers, and amigurumis. Your projects will work up quickly and keep you warm all autumn and winter!

If you like sturdy, machine-washable yarns with a natural feel, you will love Big Merino!

Big Merino contains:

  • 55% Natural Merino Wool
  • 45% Acrylic

With a higher content of natural merino wool, your garments will be soft, yet strong. Merino wool is a wonderful thermal regulator which keeps you comfortable all season long.

 

Recommendations for Big Merino yarn:

  • For best results in your garments, use the recommended knitting needle size of 6.5mm-7mm (US 10.5) or crochet hook size 10.5mm (US K-10.5)
  • Delicate wash cycle at 30ºC or hand wash with a gentle detergent.
  • Tumble dry at medium temperature or lay flat to dry.

 

Features

  • Weight100 grams
  • Length80 meters / 87 yards
  • Knitting needle5mm – 7mm (US 10.5)
  • Crochet Hook 5mm (US K-10.5)
  • SeasonAutumn – Winter
  • Swatch 10x10cm (4”x4”) square yields 10 stitches by 15 rows using 7mm needles

 

With the thickness of this yarn, you can knit a lot of sewing pieces, choosing between a lot of different colours.

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Yarns Facts

  • Composition Virgin Wool 55%, Acrylic 45%
  • Yarn Length/Weight 80m (85yds) per 100g (3oz 1/2),
    Bulky
  • Tension Swatch 10 stitches & 15 rows = 10x10cm (4x4")
  • Suggested Knitting Needle Size 6½-7mm (US 10 ½)
  • Care Instructions Do not bleach, Dryer, Low iron 110ºC, Machine Washable at 30ºC Wool Cycle