A wonderfully soft cotton and acrylic 4 ply yarn with superb stitch definition. Best for lovely lightweight sweaters and classic accessories, and also suitable for knitted and crocheted toys for the little ones. Machine washable. Inspiration in every ball of yarn Dutch brand, Scheepjes made a triumphant return to the industry in 2010 after a twenty-two year hiatus. With roots reaching far back as 1799, this is one company who certainly know a thing or two about the art of craft.