This hand-dyed artisanal yarn is no ordinary knitting yarn: the designer behind the knitting patterns Louise Robert Design meticulously created this beautiful collection. It's by studying the color pallets that represent her life and career over the years that designer Louise Robert was able to imagine all of the variety available in these hand-dyed artisanal yarns. ATHENA is recognized as being, among other things, the goddess of wisdom, craftsmen and artists in Greek mythology. For me, Athena refers to a “high-end” stationary boutique that I loved when I was little because I was going to buy fancy pencils that I collected and notebooks which I spent hours scribbling in. - Louise Composition: 70% Merino wool, 30% Hemp Quantity (Weight): 100 grams, 3,5 oz Length: 300 meters (328 yds) Gauge: 22 - 24 stitches = 10 cm (4 in) Needles: 3,5 mm (US #4) Care: Machine wash on gentle cycle in cold water. Machine dry: This yarn has the property of stretching a lot when wet and regaining its shape when machine dried. If, after several washes/machine dryings, you notice that the garment has shrunk a bit, spray it with a little water and dry it flat, stretching it to the desired dimensions. A yarn that can be worn summer or winter, machine washable and dryable. What more could you ask for? Whether you are knitting a scarf, a shawl or a sweater, there's nothing better than a beautifully crafted yarn designed by a passionate knitter for knitting enthusiasts. #biscottesocks