Cascade Woolpaka
Cascade Woolpaka - [4] Worsted Weight
We stock all colors! Cascade Woolpaka is a versatile yarn blend that combines the softness of superfine alpaca with the durability of Peruvian Highland wool. It is hard to believe the softness of this yarn, yet it has great drape! At a worsted weight, Woolpaka is in the class of the most popular size yarn, using a US 7 or 8 knitting needle or crochet hook sizes H-J. Will work up great in any pattern needing this gauge.
- Fiber Content: 60% Peruvian Highland Wool, 40% Superfine Alpaca
- Yardage: Approximately 220 yards (200 meters) per 100 grams
- Weight: Worsted
- Knitting Gauge: 18-20 stitches per 4 inches (10 cm) on US size 7-8 needles (4.5-5.0 mm)
- Crochet Gauge: 13-14 single crochets per 4 inches (10 cm) on H-J hooks (5-6 mm)
Woolpaka is known for its excellent balance of comfort and durability, retaining its shape well in larger projects while maintaining a pleasing drape. It comes in a range of rich colors, natural tones, and heathers.
Woolpaka consists of a blend of 60% wool and 40% alpaca. The wool provides durability, elasticity, and warmth, while the alpaca adds softness, a silky texture, and additional warmth. Woolpaka is very soft to the touch, thanks to the alpaca content. It has a slightly fuzzy halo, which is characteristic of alpaca fibers, giving finished projects a cozy, luxurious feel. Cascade Yarns offers Woolpaka in a wide range of colors, from vibrant, bold hues to soft, muted tones. The blend of fibers takes dye well, resulting in rich, even heathery colors.
This yarn is suitable for a variety of projects, including garments like sweaters, shawls, hats, and mittens, as well as home decor items such as blankets and pillows. Its warmth and softness make it especially good for items intended to be worn close to the skin.
Features of Cascade Woolpaka
- Composition: 60% Peruvian Highland Wool / 40% Superfine Alpaca
- Weight: 100 g / 3.5 oz
- Approx: 220 yds / 200 m
- Size: [4] Worsted
- Knitting Machine: Silver Reed LK150 or the Silver Reed SK155 Bulky
- Knitting Needle Size: US 7 - 8 / 4.5 - 5 mm
- Knitting Gauge: 4.5 - 5 sts = 1" / 18-20 sts = 4"
- Crochet Hook Size: H - J (5 - 6mm)
- Crochet Gauge: 13-14 sc = 4"
- Care: Hand Wash Cold. Lay Flat to Dry.
- Product of: Peru
- Put-Up: hank. Must be wound before use.