Malabrigo Silkpaca
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Wearing an item made of Silkpaca is like wearing a cloud! This yarn is 70% baby alpaca and 30% silk, which makes it 100% luscious. Soft, silky, with just a bit of a halo. Despite being our thinnest yarn, it is plied and sturdy- perfect for lace projects and very special objects that are sure to become precious heirlooms.
Great for: Lace, shawls, scarves, diaphanous garments
Yarn Weight: Lace
Yarn Texture: 2 ply
Yardage/Meters: 420 yards (384 meters)
Skein Weight: 50 grams (1.76 ounces)
Needle Size: US 3 - 8 or 3.25 - 5mm
Hook Size: US B-1 to E4 or 2,0-3,5 mm
Content: 70% Baby Alpaca, 30% Mulberry Silk
Care: Hand Wash, cold water, dry flat
If you're not familiar with this family-owned yarn company located in Uruguay and Peru, they are known around the world for their luxurious, one-of-a-kind hand dyed yarns with simply breathtaking colorways. These fibers are a joy to knit and crochet with. The company employs mostly women, and adheres to strict environmental standards, so you can feel good about every stitch.