WHAT’S HER STORY?
Buddy Hemp is our plant-powered earth-loving wonder yarn, for when you wanna knit au naturale.
It’s spun from 45% organic cotton, 55% hemp (and 100% all-natural goodness), so the result is light, airy and soft as you like - not what you were expecting, right? Yep, basically it’s the dream yarn for all your summer essentials - think beach cover-ups, cool knitted tees and chic string bags.
WHAT’S IT LIKE TO KNIT WITH?
Buddy Hemp’s linen-like handle lets you crochet, knit and macramé your way to breezy, open-stitch creations. Expect great stitch definition and a satisfying texture that drapes without stretching out.
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WHAT CAN I MAKE?
A dry, durable yarn that will keep you cool when the mercury rises; Buddy Hemp is ideal for knitting and crocheting summer dresses, tunics and beach bags.
WORKS WELL WITH
Stocking stitch, single crochet, treble crochet grid stitch, stockinette ladder stitch.
Yarn Facts
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Composition
55% Hemp 45% Organic Cotton
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Tension swatch
24 stitches + 32 rows
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Suggested Knitting Needle Size
3.5mm - 6.5mm (straight knitting needles)
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Suggested Crochet Hook Size
5mm - 6.5mm (crochet hook)
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Yarn Weight
100g (yardage is 100g=190yds/174m)
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How to wash
Hand wash only in cold or lukewarm water - do not exceed 30 degrees / Use a delicates hand wash detergent / Give your knits a gentle squeeze and leave in the water for a few minutes / Once done, roll in a clean towel to remove excess water and then dry flat.
