Pure Pima cotton is spun into a 4-ply yarn for superior softness and stitch definition.  Unmercerized cotton lends a matte finish to the color palette.  Made in Peru, 100% Pima Cotton.  Hank Weight:  3.5 oz / 100 g.  Hank Length:219 yds / 200 m.  Knitting Gauge:  5 sts = 1", 20 sts x 28 rows = 4" (10cm) on a 7 (US) / 4.5 mm needle.  Crochet Gauge:4.5 sc = 1", 18 sc x 21 rows = 4" (10cm) on a G (US) / 4 mm hook.  Washing Instructions:  Machine wash in cold water, lay flat to dry.