Manos del Uruguay, the "hands of Uruguay" is a non-profit organization which assembles women in cooperatives throughout Uruguay. The aim is to bring economic and social opportunities to rural women.
Alegria Grande, hand-spun and dyed in Uruguay, is a lovely soft merino wool blend in a worsted weight. Perfect for sweaters, blankets and accessories. Also ideal fiber for special baby projects! Alegria Grande is machine washable with the softness of merino wool blended with durable polymide.
100 g. skein = 197 yds of knitting bliss!
75% merino superwash. 25% polymide
Gauge: 16-20 st = 4"
Needles US #6-8