Madara is a medium to bulky weight that knits up knits up at a gauge of 15-17 stitches per four inches on US 7-8 (4.5-5.0mm) needles. Heavily twisted, it has a soft, luxurious hand thanks to the addition of silk and alpaca to a wool base. It is available in semi-solids featuring nubby flecks which provide interesting pops of contrasting color throughout this yarn (thus living up to its name - Madara means mottled in Japanese)
60% Wool, 30% Silk, 10% Alpaca
Approx. 3.5 ozs (100 grams)
Approx 219 yards
#4--Worsted/#5--Bulky Weight
Suggested needle size: US #7 - #8 (4.5mm - 5.0mm)
Knitting Gauge: 15 - 17 sts = 4" (10 cm)*
Yarn Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry.
* Suggested gauge only.
Yarn weight is based on Craft Yarn Council guidelines.
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