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“Wool of the Andes Heather” from Knit Picks is a classic worsted yarn of 100% Peruvian Wool. It can be used for sweaters, vests, afghans and a variety of cold weather projects. This hand washable yarn works well for felting and is available in heather colors.

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Fall 2007

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Fall 2007

Knit Picks - Wool of the Andes Heather - Fall 2006 CLOSE

Fall 2006

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About This Yarn

Brand Knit Picks [www]

Distributor Knit Picks [www]

Date Released Fall 2006

Yardage 110 yds.

Weight 50g

Yarn Weight Worsted

Fiber Content Wool

Texture Plied

Gauge (st. /4 in.) 18

Needle Size(s) 6 US (4.25mm) , 8 US (5mm) , 9 US (5.5mm)

Availability Currently Produced

MSRP $1.99

Care Hand Wash & Dry Flat.

Colors

Currently Produced Colors

23893: Amber Heather
(Brown)
Released:
Fall 2006
23894: Arctic Pool Heather
(Blue)
Released:
Fall 2006
23895: Black Cherry Heather
(Red)
Released:
Fall 2006
23896: Firecracker Heather
(Red)
Released:
Fall 2006
23897: Forest Heather
(Green)
Released:
Fall 2006

23898: Lake Ice Heather
(Gray)
Released:
Fall 2006
23899: Sapphire Heather
(Blue)
Released:
Fall 2006
23900: Amethyst Heather
(Purple)
Released:
Fall 2006
24070: Iris Heather
(Pink)
Released:
Fall 2007
24071: Claret Heather
(Red)
Released:
Fall 2007

24072: Beryl Heather
(Turquoise)
Released:
Fall 2007
24073: Tidepool Heather
(Turquoise)
Released:
Fall 2007
24074: Pampas Heather
(Green)
Released:
Fall 2007
24075: Camel Heather
(Tan)
Released:
Fall 2007
24076: Onyx Heather
(Gray)
Released:
Fall 2007

24077: Dove Heather
(Gray)
Released:
Fall 2007

Reviews & Comments

Kalyani
Kalamazoo, Michigan
7 Posts
Monday October 20 3:18:40 PM PST
They have incorporated these colors into the Wool of the Andes line at a slightly higher price ($2.19 as of October 2008) but it is still worth it. The Iris Heather I ordered did have more brown in it than I expected, but overall I find this an easy to work with and pleasing yarn.

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