Description
Scheepjes Downtown is a super fine / fingering (1) weight yarn, the recommended hook/needle size is 2.5-3mm. Because of its strength and durability, Downtown ideal choice for crocheting or knitting clothing items and fashion accessories, it's also particularly suitable for stuffed animals, home décor accessories, or socks with interesting striped patterns. Look around in Yarn Fairy's pattern collection to find a project with this yarn! I would like to find a pattern >>>
The colours, composition blend and yarn weight of Scheepjes Downtown compliment seamlessly the existing Scheepjes Metropolis collection of yarns in stunning solid shades. The possibilities are endless, ranging from jumpers or vests with contrasting sleeves and collars to striped socks with a unicolor heel and toe. The Downtown yarns shades are named after the vibrant city center. Look Yarn Fairy color combo suggestions on Blog! I would like to see the color suggestions >>>
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Parameters
Fiber content | 75% Wool Merino, 25% Nylon |
Recommended hook / needle size | 2.5-3 mm |
Yarn weight | 1 - Super fine / Fingering- weight yarn |
Ball weight | 50 gram = 1.76 oz |
Ball length | 200 meter |
Knit Gauge (10x10 cm = 4x4 inch, needle size 2.5 mm) | 29 stitches, 45 rows |
Square Weight (10x10 cm = 4x4 inch, hook size 2.5 mm) | x gram |
Washing | Wash at or bellow 40°C gentle |
Ironing | iron at low temperature |
Drying | Natural drying / Tumble drying (low temperature) |