Lithuanian linen yarn is one of the best in the world. Linen thread is a wonderful natural fiber, which is gentle to your skin. Wearing linen clothing your skin will not sweat when the weather is hot, and will keep you warm in cold winter days. The linen yarn is suitable for any your artwork, knitting, crocheting, weaving and embroidery.

Content: 100% Linen.

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Weight/yardage: 1.8 oz (50 g) = approx 328 yds (300 m).

Recommended needle size:
US 2-3 / 2.75 -3.25 mm / UK 12-10 with single strand
Gauge: 4" x 4" / 10 x 10 cm = 30 sts x 34 rows (single strand).

US 4-6 / 3.5 - 4 mm / UK 9-8 with double strand

Recommended crochet hook size: 2,00 - 2,75 mm.
Machine wash on gentle cycle 40°C / 104F. Dry Flat.

A natural and rustic yarn spun from three strands of linen combines the brittle structure of the linen to provide a strong and durable yarn

* World’s strongest natural fiber: lace linen thread is ~30% stronger than cotton, making linen fabrics hard wearing and durable for several decades.
* Eco-friendly life cycle/recyclable and biodegradable linen yarn.
* Soft hand: linen is stiff and scratchy at first, but softens with wear and wash.
* Structurally sound fiber: linen garments keep their shape well.
* Naturally hypoallergenic, anti-bacterial.
* Anti-static.
* Good moisture absorbency: can absorb 20% of its weight (before it feels damp).
* Highly breathable.
* Low elasticity.
* Long extraction time (from plant to fiber).

Made in EU (Lithuania)