Queensland Collection Kathmandu Fingering Rusty Orange 09
I don't think I'd call this rusty orange. It is much too rich of a color. This deep orange is similar to brand new terracotta, but darker and richer. An very elegant shade, very expensive looking and surely high end. Yet at the same time, it has a real earthy personality about it. Extremely striking over any black, white or cream garment. It can be dressed up or dressed down.
I love the Kathmandu collection. And now Queensland Yarn has introduced it in a fingering weight. This luxurious merino, silk and cashmere tweed is a joy to work with. Your knit or crochet project does not need to be fancy. The yarn stands on its own. Perfect for an office cardigan, buttons or no buttons, long sleeves or short sleeves, it all works. In the summer, those restaurants can be cold! Knit or crochet up a decent size wrap. Maybe throw in a few rows of contrast color, or trim the ends with some lace work or scallop edges. Maybe a small lap robe for your couch or she-shed.
This natural fiber should be hand wash only, in a wool friendly soap. These soaps, such as Eucalan Wash, condition and moisturize the fibers, keeping it soft and pliable.
Yarn Specifications for Queensland Collection Kathmandu Fingering Rusty Orange 09
- Fiber Content: 85% Wool, 10% Silk, 5% Cashmere
- Weight: 100 g / 3.52 oz
- Approx: 425 yds / 390 m
- Size: [1] Fingering
- Best suited for the Silver Reed Knitting Machines SK280 and SK840
- Knitting Needle Size: US 1 - 3 /2.25 - 3.25 mm
- Knitting Gauge: 6.75 – 8 sts = 1" / 27-32 sts = 4"
- Crochet Hook Size: B1 - E4 (2.25 - 3.25 mm)
- Crochet Gauge: 21 - 32 sc = 4"
- Care: Hand Wash (do not steam, tumble dry or bleach) Dry Flat
- Product of: Italy
- Put-Up: Donut