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Crystal Palace Panda Silk

Crystal Palace Panda Silk

Crystal Palace Panda Silk

52% bamboo, 43% machine washable Merino wool, 5% combed silk

204 yds/50 gr.

Gauge (sts. / inch): 7

US Needle: 1

Fingering (27-32 sts/4 in)

Machine Wash

The bamboo gives a great feel and a luster, the wool gives a soft feeling core and the combed silk gives it sheen and strength.

http://www.straw.com/cpy/yarns/pandasilk-card.html

I like this yarn.  2 of the 3 fibers are very renewable. It’s got a nice soft feel and it’s a very smooth knit.  I’m not very far into my first project with this yarn, but so far it’s been a good knit.  There is no splitting in the yarn and it creates a nice flat fabric.  I’m sure once I get further in the piece will have a lovely drape.

I am using one of the darker colors – Morgan Green.  And I did notice that there was some dye on my fingers.  So I would suggest care in wetting and washing as there will be some bleeding.  And that is my only complaint.

image_medium2aCrystal Palace Panda Silk - Morgan Green

Crystal Palace Panda Silk – Morgan Green

I will use this yarn again.