The Fibre Company - Cumbria - Castlerigg

Cumbria is a classic worsted weight yarn in saturated colours inspired by the lakes and hills of the North West of the United Kingdom.  In combining the brown wool from English Masham with a find Mohair from Argentina, a strength, lustre and warmth is produced that is idea for handmade staples.  These two fibres are blended with a fine South American Merino to give the final yarn the softness and beautiful hand that defines The Fibre Co yarns.

SPECIFICATIONS: 60% Merino wool, 30% masham wool and 10% mohair. Tension: 18-20st over 10cm Stocking Stitch using 4.00-5.00mm needles (USA 6-8) (UK 8-6). Length 218m (238yds), 100g (3.53 oz).