Louet Gems, superwash Merino, fingering and worsted

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Colours in this listing are accurate as of August 6. 

Gems 100% merino is a dream sweater yarn! Machine wash & dry. It is a true worsted-spun yarn with a tight twist to minimize pilling while maintaining a high elasticity. This combination allows for excellent stitch definition, making cable designs truly come to life.

Gems is custom-spun for Louet North America in South Africa from non-mulesed sheep. Pressure-dyed for consistent color that is spectacular for crisp colorwork patterns.

Fingering = 50 gms, 170 m/185 yds, 2.75mm-3.25mm, 100 gms, 340 m/368 m.

Worsted =  100 gms, 161 m/175 yds, 3.75mm-4.5mm.

This yarn is on clearance and no longer available in North America.