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Smooshy Yak
$42.00
Meet Smooshy Yak, the YAK cousin to Dream In Color’s top-selling Smooshy Cashmere. This easy-care yarn is beloved by knitters and crocheters alike. And for good reason - the moment you touch it, you’ll understand why it’s such a delight. Created for incredible stitch definition, its optimal twist brings out the best in your work! Its radiant sheen amplifies our jewel-tone colors, making them truly pop. With a luxurious blend of super-soft merino and yak, Smooshy Yak is the go-to choice for shawls, scarves, and any project you’d love to wear close to your skin!
Fingering weight
400yd / 115g skein
80% wool, 10% yak, 10% nylon
7½ to 9 st/inch on US 0-2 needle
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