Description
Opal Schafpate Sock Yarn
Sock Yarn from the rare breed Schafpate sheep. The wool is supplied from about 30,000 sheep from the nature reserve BiosphareAlb in south Germany where traditional practices of sheep-rearing is still worked by the migrant shepherds. This sock yarn supports an environment and animal friendly way of life.
Opal Schafpate 4 Ply Sock Yarn is made from 75% wool and 25% nylon. The resulting sock has excellent wearability.
- Fibre content: 75% wool, 25% nylon
- Ball size: 100 grams
- Approximate length: 425 metres
- Recommended needle size: 2.5mm
- Care: Machine washable but it is always wise to follow the care instructions on the ball band.
Sock yarns are wonderfully versatile and are the perfect choice for knitting mittens, gloves and hats as well as socks.
