Wild & Soft | Gepard
Wild & Soft is a wonderfully plump and lustrous yarn from Gepard made up of merino and wild tussah silk. Its smooth and soft texture makes it ideal for those who are sensitive to regular wools, and the silk content offers not only a beautiful sheen, but a breathability and drape that you don't get from just merino alone.
DETAILS
CONTENT: 60% Merino, 40% Wild Tussah Silk
WEIGHT: Fingering/Sport
UNIT WEIGHT: 50g
METERAGE: 240 meters (262 yards)
NEEDLE SIZE: 2.5mm - 3.5mm (US 1.5-4)
GAUGE: 26-28 stitches = 10cm/4"
FELTABLE: Yes
CARE: Machine wash on wool cycle or hand wash, lay flat to dry
HOW IT'S MADE
Gepard is a Danish brand meaning "cheetah" and was founded in 1989 by Sus Gebhard. They work closely with small family-owned Italian mills to create high-quality yarns. This yarn notably uses wild tussah silk, which is a silk fiber that is harvested from wild silkworms. Find out more about Gepard here.
PROJECT IDEAS
Wild & Soft would be so beautiful for baby items like blankets and bonnets, but it's also a lovely choice for adult garments and fine accessories.
Check out Sweater No.15, Turtle Dove Shawl, Soft Loop Sweater, Sook Moon Sweater, Chantal Sweater, and other popular patterns using this yarn!