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Cashmere, Cream 50/Fine Merino
$20.00 – $81.72
50% Mongolian Cream Cashmere / 50% Fine Merino
Very clean combed top. Soft and luxurious, this clever blend delivers the softness of cashmere but at a much better price than cashmere alone. Staple length is just over 2 inches, with a micron count around 16 to 19 — hard to determine with a blend such as this but plenty soft! Our supplier recommends spinning with a fairly tight twist for durability, which will still allow the cashmere to “bloom” in your project.
PRODUCT of GREAT BRITAIN
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