Lion brand-homespun wool. Silky soft and pretty. A uniquely textured thread that works quickly and easily. From throws to sweaters, throws, this yarn can't be beat for softness and sheer touch-ability. Weight Category: 5. Content: 98% acrylic/2% polyester, 6oz (170g), 185yd (169 m). Knit gauge: 14 rows x 30r = 4 (10 cm) on size US-10 (6 mm) needles, Crochet gauge: 10sc x 10r = 4 (10 cm) on with size us-k10 hook .5 (6.5 mm). Care: Machine wash (max temp. 105 F/40 C), tumble dry low, do not bleach, do not iron. Made in the USA