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Andra Brushed Merino
Brushed Merino is a soft, fluffy, and lightweight yarn made from fine merino wool that has been brushed to create a cozy halo effect. It’s often compared to mohair-silk blends but provides a wool-based alternative with a similar ethereal texture.
Best Uses: Sweaters and cardigans — Cozy scarves and shawls — Lightweight but warm accessories —-Holding double with other yarns for texture and depth.
FIBER: 90% extrafine merino 10% nylon
YARDAGE: 328yds/300 m
AMOUNT: 100g
WEIGHT: DK
NEEDLE:4.5-5.5mm/ US 7-9
Pattern Suggestions
Cumulus Blouse (no need to hold double)
Novice Slipover (no need to hold double)
Gabi Mohair (no need to hold double)
Instant CrusH(no need to hold double)
Kokon Blouse
Pavlova Pullover
Manis
Velvet Mirror Cowl
Brushed Suri Mitts (free)
Brume
Nebula
Instant Gratification Cardigan
Mehama Wrap
Novice Sweater