A high end organic Tanguis Peruvian cotton that is blended with the finest silk. Winqu, which translates into "wave" in the indigenous Peruvian Mapuche dialect, is a two-ply yarn that is lightly spun giving it a bit of a thick-and-thin wavy feel creating visually stunning and interesting garments & accessories. Alqa means "mottled or printed" in the Mapuchan tongue - this mottled hand painted version of Winqu speaks to the artistry & craftsmanship of Peru.

• Ball Weight: 3.5 oz / 100 g
• Ball Length: 185 yds / 170 m
• Knitting Gauge: 16-20 sts = 4” on US 7-9 / 4.5-5.5 mm
• Crochet Gauge: 11-14 sc = 4” with 5.5-6.5 mm / US I9-K10
• Yarn Fiber Info: 85% Tanguis Organic Cotton / 15% Silk
• Yarn Weight: 4 - Worsted
• Made In: Peru
• Care: Machine Wash in Cold Water 30c, gentle cycle / Tumble dry low heat / Dry Flat / Iron Medium / Do NOT bleach