Baby Merino Aran has a simple construction of 2/3.5nm giving 175m (191 yds) per 100g hank. Its a beautifully soft blend of baby alpaca and 21 micron merino wool. Baby Alpaca is one of the most luxurious fabrics in the world. It is incredibly warm, light weight and strong. It has hypoallergenic properties, it contains no lanolin, which makes the fibre safe to wear if you have skin allergies. The merino is mulesing free and comes from South America. The yarn is 100% animal fibre and perfect for dyeing. Pack Size:1 kg (10 x 100g skeins) Product Code: 49420 Composition: 50% Merino (21 micron), 50% Baby Alpaca Count: 2/3.5nm Meterage: 175m (191) yds) per 100g Tension: 18 sts x 24 rows, in 10cm (4 in), over st st, using 5mm needles Yarn Weight: Aran Hank Size: 100g Care Instructions: Hand wash