LION BRAND-Homespun Yarn. Soft Silky and Beautiful! A uniquely textured yarn that works up quickly and easily. From shawls to sweaters to throws; this yarn cannot be beat for softness and sheer touch-ability. Weight category: 5. Content: 98% Acrylic/2% Polyester; 6oz (170g); 185yd (169m). Knit Gauge: 14sts x 20r = 4in (10cm) on size US-10 (6mm) needles; Crochet Gauge: 10sc x 10r = 4in (10cm) with size US-K10.5 (6.5mm) hook. Care: machine wash (max. temp. 105F/40C); tumble dry low; do not bleach; do not iron. Made in USA.