The Baby Alpaca & Silk range of luxury yarns utilise the very best British alpaca fleeces, primarily from the first shearing, and selected by hand for ultimate softness. A sumptuous soft handling yarn with great brightness and strength. The ultimate alpaca yarn. The yarns are 80% British baby grade alpaca blended with 20% Tussah silk as a 4/9Nm yarn for double knitting DK. 50g (1.76ounce) 112m (122 yds) for 50g Tension Square typically 20stitches 27rows using 4mm needles for 10x10cm square. Ideal for all double knitting patterns. Knitting, Crochet and Weaving Packaged as 50g balls and supplied in packs of 10 (500g) For best results hand wash in lukewarm water and a specialist wool detergent. Hair conditioner in the final rinse will add extra softness. Do not rub. Gently squeeze out excess water before rolling in a towel. Re-shape and lay flat to dry. Modern machines with a delicate wash cycle can also be used if item is placed in a bag and set for 20-30degC. spin at 400rpm.