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Foxy Lady

A fingering yarn, 70% Superwash Merino Wool, 30% Silk, 428 yd (391 m) per 100 g ball.

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WeightFingering, 1 (Super Fine)
Length per ball428 yd · 391 m
Ball weight100 g
Length per 100 g428 yd · 391 m
Fiber70% Superwash Merino Wool, 30% Silk
Gauge6.75–8 stitches per inch on 2.25–3.25 mm (US 1–3) needles
CareMachine washable
Sourcewoolandcompany.com

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Your pattern uses 10 balls of Foxy Lady.

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Same length: 4,280 yd. The 12 closest of 190. Buy one extra ball to be safe.

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