Lion Brand Yarn Fishermen's Wool Yarn Authentic 100-Percent Pure Virgin Wool with natural lanolin oil is soft and warm; Ideal for ski and fisherman sweaters, hats, scarves, throws, etc 100-Percent Pure Virgin Wool This yarn is great for felting once it is machine washed and can also be dyed Items made from this yarn may be laundered through the use of water, detergent or soap and gentle hand manipulation; No bleach product may be used; A machine dryer may not be used; Lay out horizontally for drying Weight Category: 4 Medium: Worsted-weight, Afghan, Aran Yarn; 8.00-Ounce (227 g), 465 yd (425 m); Each skein measures approximately 12 by 3-1/2 by 3-1/2-Inch