Manos del Uruguay Fino

Manos del Uruguay, the "hands of Uruguay" is a non-profit organization which assembles women in cooperatives throughout Uruguay.  The aim is to bring economic and social opportunities to rural women. Fino, Elegant and refined, Fino combines the softness of merino wool with the luster of silk in a lightweight yarn that’s perfect for heirloom accessories or luxurious garments. Fino features a new dye process that yields complex, subtle, tonal colors.   Please go to Fairmount Fibers to see color pictures of each color.   Fiber Content 70% extrafine merino wool, 30% silk Yardage approx. 490 yds / 450 mts per 3.5 oz / 100 g Gauge 24-28 sts = 4” / 10cm Needle Size US 3 - 5 / 3 – 3.5 mm Care Instructions Hand wash in cold water. Dry flat.