What yarn weight is Purl Soho flax down?
What yarn weight is Purl Soho flax down?
worsted/DK
Purl Soho’s light worsted/DK weight Flax Down comes from farm and field. A blend of baby alpaca, extra fine merino and linen, Flax Down is a very special single ply yarn, full of gentle charm and natural beauty.
What ply is purl soho flax down?
single-ply
Flax Down is a single-ply blend of baby alpaca, extra fine merino, and linen. Its fibers combine in a texture that is rustic and tweedy, soft and elegant, making Flax Down the perfect canvas for our subtle new palette.
What weight is flax down yarn?
Worsted
Flax Down
| Weight: | Worsted / Medium |
|---|---|
| Fiber: | Baby Alpaca (43%), Merino Wool (42%), Linen (15%) |
| Needles: | 4mm (6 US) (8 UK) 5mm (8 US) (6 UK) |
| Gauge: | 18-22 sts / 10 cm (4″) |
| Balls: | 100g; 200m (219 yds) |
What ply is Purl Soho line weight?
single ply
Purl Soho’s Line Weight conjures pure beauty and grace. A single ply of 100% sumptuously soft merino wool, Line Weight is as simple as breath!
What weight is Cashmere Merino bloom?
Cashmere Merino Bloom
| Weight: | Worsted / Medium |
|---|---|
| Balls: | 100g; 199m (218 yds) |
| Care: | Hand wash |
| Styles: | Solid colors |
| Price: | $$$$$ |
What weight is lineweight yarn?
Line Weight
| Weight: | Light Fingering |
|---|---|
| Fiber: | Merino Wool (100%) |
| Needles: | 2.25mm (1 US) (13 UK) 4mm (6 US) (8 UK) |
| Gauge: | 28-32 sts / 10 cm (4″) |
| Balls: | 100g; 452m (494 yds) |
What size is line weight yarn?
Yarn Weight (Thickness)
| Yarn Weight | US Needle Size | Knitting Stitches Per Inch, in Stockinette Stitch |
|---|---|---|
| Fine or sport-weight | 3–6 | 5–6 |
| Light worsted or DK (double-knitting) | 5–7 | 5–5 1/2 |
| Medium- or worsted-weight, afghan, Aran | 7–9 | 4–5 |
| Bulky or chunky | 10–11 | 3–3 1/2 |
Is Merino warmer than cashmere?
Warmer: Cashmere can be seven to eight times warmer than merino wool. Softer: Cashmere has a higher loft, which makes it softer. More Durable: Merino wool is sturdier and resists pilling more effectively.
What ply is Purl Soho Cashmere Merino bloom?
2 ply
Cashmere Merino Bloom
| Weight: | Worsted / Medium |
|---|---|
| Texture: | 2 ply |
| Fiber: | Merino Wool (75%), Cashmere (25%) |
| Needles: | 3.75mm (5 US) (9 UK) 4.5mm (7 US) (7 UK) |
| Gauge: | 20-22 sts / 10 cm (4″) |
What is fashion weight yarn?
Knitting yarns come in an array of different fancy styles and textures – known as novelty or fashion yarn. Fashion yarns or novelty yarns all carry unique textures which will sit differently on your knitting needle than smoother conventional yarns.
What is finger weight yarn?
Fingering weight yarn is a smaller diameter yarn that usually has 400–450 yards per 100 grams. Alternatively called “Sock Yarn” this is the most common weight used for making socks because of its light weight creating a fine texture”
