The blend of merino wool, which gives Cascade's Pacific substance and warmth, and the acrylic keeps the cost down.  Both are very kid-proof and -friendly.  Crochet for a super warm jacket, or knit up in a sloppy pullover!  Super for the college kids, but soft and squishy for yourself.

 

Pacific is a worsted weight, affordable, completely machine washable yarn in a huge range of colors. It's an unbelievably soft acrylic and wool blend, and has a lustrous sheen which gives depth to the many hues that are available in this yarn.  There's really nothing that Pacific isn't great for: sweaters, blankets, baby projects, or anything that's worn next to the skin.  Available in solids, multi and waves.

 

• Composition: 60% Acrylic, 40% Superwash Merino Wool
• Weight: 100 g / 3.5 oz
• Approx: 213 yds / 195 m
• Size: [4] Worsted
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• Knitting Needle Size: US 7 - 8 / 4.5 - 5.0 mm
• Knitting Gauge: 4.5 - 5 sts = 1"
• Crochet Hook Size: H / 5.00 mm (I / 5.50 mm, J / 6.00 mm)
• Crochet Gauge: 15 sc = 4" (10 cm) (14 sc = 4" (10 cm), 13 sc = 4" (10 c
• Care: Machine Wash Warm. Tumble Dry Low. 
• Skein: Pull
• Made in China