The fine, impressively marled surface characterizes this 100% tussah silk fingering weight yarn. Tussah silk is known for its strength and rich golden hue. Tussah Tweed comes in many beautiful colorways and is a beautiful lightweight yarn for warmer months. BC Garn has one of the largest collections of GOTS certified organic yarn.
Tussah Tweed has a muted stitch definition. The knitted fabric has excellent drape and is very lightweight.
Please note: Tussah Tweed is transitioning from skeins to cones, so you may receive either format, depending upon your order and our stock. It is the same gorgeous yarn!
YARDAGE:
250 m/273 yds per 50 gm skein
KNIT GAUGE:
27 sts by 39 rows = 10 cm/4 in in stockinette stitch on 2.75 mm (US 2) needles
RECOMMENDED NEEDLE/HOOK SIZE:
Needle size - 2 to 3 mm (US 0 to US 3)
Hook size - 2.25 to 3.5 mm (US B-1 to E-4)