Beiroa is a single ply, 100% Portuguese wool yarn with a slight marl. Manufactured in Portugal for Retrosaria exclusively from the wool of free grazing Bordaleira Serra da Estrela sheep. Beiroa softens and blooms beautifully after washing. Mulesing free and non superwash.Weight: Content: 100% Portuguese wool Weight: dk / light worsted/100g/251 yards (230 meters) Gauge: 18-20st = 4in on a US 6-8 Care: Hand wash, dry flat Country of Origin: Portugal