Manos Del Uruguay Alegria A9013 Happy, 100g, Hand Dyed Sock Yarn

• The Alegria by Manos del Uruguay is a hand-dyed sock yarn that is definitely too good for socks This wonderfully soft Fair Trade yarn with its wonderful twisting gives a wonderfully clear stitch pattern. The finished knitted pieces have an excellent elasticity and due to the light weight they remain completely dimensionally stable. The Alegria is made from the finest merino wool and is superwash treated and therefore easy to clean
• Material: 75% virgin wool, 25% polyamide
• Yarn length: 405 m/100 g
• Needle size: 3-3.5 mm
• Tension sample: 22 10 cm

Manos del Uruguay Alegria, meaning "joy" in Spanish, is a stunning hand dyed sock yarn blend of super soft merino and durable nylon. Available in a vibrant range of variegated and semi solid hand painted colourways, Alegria is created by artisans of fairly traded women's cooperatives in Uruguay. Easy-care with a rich, cushy hand, Alegria is perfect for socks, lightweight sweaters, baby garments and accessories.