Queensland Kathmandu Fingering #28 Bottle
Bottle is a faded green similar to the old green Coca Cola bottles. I see undertones of blue as well. A gentle and calming green. The Kathmandu line has a majority of its' colors as a tweed, with flecks of black. #28 Bottle also has this, giving it a earthy, slightly homespun appearance. But with the addition of Silk and Cashmere this is a wonderful quality yarn.
Queensland's newest Kathmandu family member has new colors. This Summer 2024 collection has 6 new shades:
The silk takes the dye slightly lighter which gives it a rich texture. Nearly a solid color, it is ideal for men and women. 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, conditions and moisturize the fibers, keeping it soft and pliable.
Yarn Details for Kathmandu Fingering
- 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