Neptune 18 in Araucania Huasco Aran Kettle Dyed
- Blue with a hue of periwinkle.
- Medium dark blue to pale periwinkle. It doesn't look quite periwinkle, but there's just something about this blue!
- Youthful, playful and outgoing are the characteristics of this yarn.
- Some areas are deeply saturated with color, creating intense hues that catch the light and draw the eye.
- A wonderful choice to pair with any of the other Huasco Aran Kettle Dyed.
- In other places, the color is more subdued, creating gentle transitions and subtle variations in tone.
- Perfect for garments and accessories. Pair with another shade in the same line for some fun contrast.
- Araucania Huasco Aran has a spongy texture.
- Sampled up in a crochet and in knit. It was a sheer delight.
- Consist of 3 single ply strands, spun together firmly for great body.
- Holds textured stitches such as cables and lace beautifully.
- Our test knit on the Silver Reed LK150 was a delightful experience. Knit smoothly and evenly. So loved crocheting it too!
- Blending these high quality materials
- 75% Superwash Merino Wool
- 25% recycled nylon
Huasco Aran Yarn has a springy twist. I thoroughly loved testing it. I knit my knit sample on a US#9 and my crochet sample on a crochet hook I. Both the knitting needle and crochet hook are a 5.5mm. This yarn is marked as a worsted. On a #9 needle my gauge ended up at 4.5 sts per inch. In crochet I had 4 sc per inch on a I-9 hook. This yarn works up more evenly than any other yarn I've sampled.
The kettle dyeing is by Peruvian Artists. Yarn that is kettle dyed is placed in a small amount of water and the artist begins with placing the dye into the water. The yarn absorbs the yarn slightly unevenly. This is what produces the variations and intensity of the shades. This dying is what makes any kettle dyed yarn special.
Huasco Aran Kettle Dyed Neptune #18 Details
- Fiber Content: 75% Superwash Merino, 25% Recycled Nylon.
- Weight: 100 g / 3.52 oz
- Approx: 197 yds / 180 m
- Size: [4] Worsted
- Best suited for the Silver Reed Knitting Machines Mid-Gauge LK150 or the bulky SK155
- Knitting Needle Size: US 7 - 9 / 4.5 - 5.5 mm (our sample was on a US#9)
- Knitting Gauge: 4 – 5 sts = 1" / 16-20 sts = 4"
- Crochet Hook Size: USI9 - K 10.5 (5.5-6.5mm) (our sample used a 5.5mm)
- Crochet Gauge: 11-14 sc = 4"
- Care: Machine or Hand Wash Cold Water. Dry Flat (do not tumble dry)
- Spun in Peru and Hand Painted by Peruvian Artists.
- Put-Up: Hank (must be caked or balled before using)