Chaski | Thistle 1708
Chaski | Thistle 1708
Amano | De Verano
In Incan society ‘Chaski’ was a very important messenger, often running hundreds of miles on the vast Incan empire. Amano honours this legacy with its very first fingering weight yarn, Chaski.
In a blend that has been specifically developed for socks, it uses the softest pima cotton for spring and structure, superwash merino wool for warmth and comfort, and a touch of linen for strength and durability.
Chaski can be machine washed making it perfect for everyday socks and easy-care hand knit and crochet pieces.
COLOURWAYS
THE YARN
FIBRE CONTENT: 60% Superwash Merino, 30% Pima Cotton, 10% Linen
NET WEIGHT: 100g (3.5oz)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Fingering / 4 Ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 350m (383yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, four plies
ORIGIN: Peru
CARE: Machine washable
GAUGE
KNITTING
25-28 stitches over 10cm, 3mm – 3.5mm needles
(6.25-7 stitches per inch, US size 2 - 4 needles)
CROCHET
25 stitches over 10cm, 3mm hook
(6.25 stitches per inch, US size D hook)
WEAVING FOR YARDAGE
10-15 epi (40-60 ends / 10cm)
PLEASE NOTE: The gauge information above is intended as guidance only. We always recommend you swatch to determine a configuration that results in the ideal fabric and hand feel for your project.
PROJECT SUGGESTIONS
Chaski is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces, we particularly love it for knitting socks. Check out our favourite patterns on RAVELRY.
ABOUT AMANO
Amano offer a collection of contemporary and luxurious yarns, rooted in the rich depths of Andean tradition. Amano is luxury in its purest expression. Find an Andean tale in each strand, each fibre gift from the Inca gods. Taste the Andes with Amano.
IMPORTANT NOTES
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