Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk DK

Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk in double knitting weight is an extra special cosy yarn for precious babies. A blend of soft cashmere, smooth silk and extra fine merino wool, this gentle, machine washable yarn is kind to sensitive skin. A palette of fairy tale shades combines classic baby pastels with deeper baby shades for contemporary knit and crochet designs.

About This Yarn
Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk in double knitting weight is an extra special cosy yarn for precious babies. A blend of soft cashmere, smooth silk and extra fine merino wool, this gentle, machine washable yarn is kind to sensitive skin. A palette of fairy tale shades combines classic baby pastels with deeper baby shades for contemporary knit and crochet designs.

What's it like to work with?
This yarn is not just kind to baby, it’s a treat for you to knit or crochet too. The luxury fibres turn your stitches into a beautifully soft and cosy fabric you won’t want to put down.

What is it best for?
The extra special fibres are perfect for gifting. Soft plump stitches with crisp stitch definition make this extra special yarn ideal for colour-work and textured patterns on gorgeous little garments and beautiful baby blankets.

Weight: DK (11 wpi)
Yardage: 126 yards (115 meters)
Unit weight: 50 grams (1.76 ounces)
Gauge: 22.0 to 23.0 sts = 4 inches
Needle size: US 6 (4.0 mm)
Hook size: G6 (4.0 mm)
Fibers: 75% Wool - Merino
            20% Silk
            5% Goat - Cashmere goat
Texture: Plied
Attributes: Care: Machine wash cold Gentle/Wool cycle, Dry flat
                   Color: Solid color
                   Dye: Machine dyed