If you like the buttery soft Sox yarn in 4ply you will love the Sox 6ply! It's perfect for quicker, thicker socks which can go through the washing machine. We find this yarn is suitable for most DK-weight sock patterns, as well as 5-6ply ones. As the 6ply thickness sits right between a 5ply and 8 ply you can also count on this yarn to make baby wear, accessories and durable easy wash garments. SPECIFICATIONS: Weight/Ply: 6ply (can be knit as an 8ply for socks as well) Fibre: 70% Alpaca, 30% Nylon Metreage: 387m / 423yds Skein size: 150gm Needle size: 3-4mm / US 4-6 Recommended gauge: 22sts = 10cm/4″ Care instructions: Cold machine wash, gentle cycle, tumble dry low