Our new blend of Alpaca Handknitting yarn still has the soft luxury of alpaca with the added stability of merino wool. The Alpaca fiber comes from the North American Alpaca Co-op and the yarn has a smooth, buttery feel. Garments knit from this yarn will be soft, cozy, and warm. They'll also be an absolute pleasure to knit! 70% Alpaca 30% Merino DK approximately 220 yards U.S. Needle #6 5.75 stitches = 1" 23 stitches = 4" Hand Wash. Dry Flat.