Australian Superfine Merino wool, recognised as one of the world's finest, is super soft on the skin for the wearer and for you the knitter. Traditionally has been reserved for the world's finest men's suiting. Grown on specially bred Merino sheep, nurtured by dedicated and passionate Australian farmers, this superb quality fibre is unique. It is then lovingly twisted and dyed by the people at the Wangaratta Woollen Mills in rural Victoria. 100% superfine merino wool 2.3oz (65g) 142yd Light weight #3 4"=22 stitches on size 6 needles Suggested crochet hook: 7 Dyelotted Hand wash, dry flat