Yarn facts
- Weight 4-Worsted
- Length 220 yards
- Skein 100 g (3.5 oz)
- Fiber 100% Peruvian Highland Wool
- Gauge 18 - 20 sts = 4"
- Needle US 7 - 8 (4.5 - 5.0 mm)
We try to match dye lots or closest match but don't guarantee it.
Compare color
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2401 Burgundy
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2429 Irelande
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2431 Chocolate Heather
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2433 Pacific
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2445 Shire
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2448 Mallard
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2450 Mystic Purple
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2453 Pumpkin Spice
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7807 Regal
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8010 Natural
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8011 Aspen Heather
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8013 Walnut Heather
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8393 Navy
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8400 Charcoal Grey
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8401 Silver Grey
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8505 White
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8509 Grey
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8555 Black
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8686 Brown
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8891 Cyan Blue
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8894 Christmas Green
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8895 Christmas Red
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9325 West Point Heather
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9326 Colonial Blue Heather
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9404 Ruby
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9448 Olive Heather
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9451 Lake Chelan Heather
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9452 Summer Sky Heather
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9463B Gold
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9465 Vashon Island Heather
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9477 Tutu
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9489 Red Wine Heather
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9499 Sand
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9674 Pine Grove
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9681 Crabapple
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9696 Copper Heather
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9455 Charcoal Gray
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Yarn: Worsted Weight, 100% Peruvian Highland Wool Yarn
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Knitting Needle Size / Knitting Gauge: US 7 - 8 or 4.5 - 5.0 mm / 18 - 20 = 4" (10 cm)
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Crochet Hook Size: H / 5.00 mm (I / 5.50 mm, J / 6.00 mm)
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Wt / Yardage: 100 gm / 220 yards
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Hand Wash Cold. Lay Flat to Dry.
The ever popular Cascade 220® Wool Yarn is the perfect combination of affordability, quality, and versatility that can be used for a wide range of projects. One of our all-time favorites! Spun from 100% Peruvian wool, this super soft yarn is excellent for knitting and felting. Available in a broad color palette, Cascade 220 medium weight is lovely to knit, felts great and is beautiful to wear. Each hank of this worsted weight 100% pure wool comes with a generous 220 yards. With a nearly unlimited color palette to choose from, you are sure to find the perfect color(s) for your next project with this wool yarn!
Shipping
- Free USPS shipping on U.S. orders of $75 or more. Under $75: $6.99.
- Please allow 1–2 business days for order processing. We ship Monday–Friday, excluding holidays; the daily cutoff is 2 pm Pacific.
- USPS standard delivery is usually 2–4 business days after processing (not guaranteed by USPS).
- Orders with more than one brand may arrive on different days.
- We currently ship within the USA only. See all shipping options and rates.
Returns
- Our products are guaranteed authentic and against defects and faulty workmanship.
- Items must be returned in the same condition as they were sent, unworn with original tags, and postmarked within 30 days.
- Final Clearance items and Knit Club packets are non-refundable.
- Read the full return policy.
Care for this yarn
- Wash Hand wash in cold water.
- Dry Lay flat to dry.
Care instructions from Cascade.
Care symbols shown are our own icons for the instructions above. Questions? Email customerservice@alpacadirect.com.
Patterns for this yarn
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Sports Team Hat and Cowl- By Kelley Hobart
Free
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Playday Pack Pattern
Free
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Shadowbox Scarf by Meghan Jones *Pattern*
$5.99
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Colton by Kyle Kunnecke
$7.00
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Shipping, returns, sizing and care. Still have a question? Email customerservice@alpacadirect.com. We usually reply within one business day.
How much does shipping cost?
Free USPS shipping on U.S. orders of $75 or more. Orders under $75 ship for $6.99. See shipping rates.
When will my order ship and arrive?
Please allow 1–2 business days for order processing. We ship Monday–Friday, excluding holidays; the daily cutoff is 2 pm Pacific. USPS standard delivery is usually 2–4 business days after processing (not guaranteed by USPS). Orders with more than one brand may arrive on different days.
What is your return policy?
Eligible items can be returned in the same condition as they were sent, unworn with original tags, and postmarked within 30 days. Our products are guaranteed authentic and against defects and faulty workmanship. Some items, such as Final Clearance items and Knit Club packets, are non-refundable. Read the full return policy.
Will my yarn come from the same dye lot?
We make every attempt to match dye lots on yarn and fiber orders, but we cannot guarantee matched dye lots on every order. If you need an exact dye lot, note it in the special instructions during the order process and we will contact you before shipping if we cannot fill your request.







