Asaginu combines the finest linen from France with traditional Japanese “art paper” from the Mino area of Japan called Washi. French linen is widely known as a ‘king of linen’ for its softness, ability to create a vapor barrier (e.g. hygroscopic), and durability. This property of creating a vapor barrier so the knitted fabric does not stick to your skin when you sweat is very high in “Washi” paper as well - the Japanese call this “Shari-kan” which is the minimal contact of the fiber to the skin. The fabric created from this yarn is the perfect Summer yarn for very hot and humid climates.
Yarn Details:
- Weight - Aran ( 8 wpi ) This is a tape and linen yarn that is flat and thin but knits at a larger gauge
- Yardage - 153 yards (140 meters)
- Unit Weight - 40 grams (1.41 ounces)
- Guage - 16.0 to 18.0 sts = 4 inches
- Needle Size - US 6 - 7 or 4 - 4.5mm
- Hook Size - 4mm (G) - 4.5mm
- Fiber Content - 69% Linen / Flax, 30% Japanese Art Paper, 1% Nylon
- Texture - Paper Ribbon
- Care instructions: Hand wash, air dry flat