This 100% fine wool comes from lovingly raised ‘Gentile di Puglia’ sheep, a breed derived from cross-breeding local ewes with Merino rams first brought from Spain in the fifteenth century. After the Unification of Italy in the nineteenth century, they were cross-bred with French Rambouillet and German Merinolandschaf sheep. The result was high-quality fine wool with a fiber diameter of 18–22 microns. It has a slightly elastic and dry touch that creates zero pilling, making it ideal for all stitch work. It is also particularly suited to Fair-Isle stranded stitch-work and Nordic-style colorful pullover sweaters and cardigans.
Medium Weight #4
137yds / 50g Pull Skein
Suggested Gauge: Knits to 17 stitches over 4in using US 8-9 needle.
Notable Patterns:
Xmas Mittens
Mittens with Buttons
Bicolor Mittens
Granny Square Coat
Christmas Cushion
Blue Island
Evergreen Mittens
Vasto Sweater
Hobo Bag
Made in Italy
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