What is the difference between Cascade 220 and Cascade 220 Superwash?

Both versions of Cascade 220 are 100 grams for 220 yards. The superwash version can be machine washed and dried, though I do not machine wash and dry and of my hand knitted items.

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Is all Cascade 220 Superwash?

It gets its name from the generous 220 yards it has to play with as well as being the superwash sister of the original Cascade 220!…(for 0801 Army Green)

Gauge (sts. / inch): 5-5.5	Physical Weight: 100g
Specific Fiber: 100% Superwash wool	US Needle: 6-7

Is Cascade 220 Heathers a Superwash?

Cascade 220 Superwash is a workhouse yarn, great for projects that you would prefer to machine wash, such as baby blankets and children’s clothing. Available in a great selection of colours.

What ply is Cascade 220 Superwash?

Cascade 220 Superwash is a fabulous 100% wool that comes in an amazing range of colours, both solids and heathers. It is an enormously versatile yarn, machine washable and with a lovely soft hand feel. It can be worked up as an 8ply using a 4mm needle, or as a 10ply using larger needles.

Is Cascade 220 Superwash itchy?

This yarn is very soft and not itchy. Superwash 220 is made of 100% superwash wool so it’s great for baby blankets, hats, or other fun projects that need to be washable. You can use this yarn wherever you need a worsted wool yarn.

Does Cascade 220 shrink?

Typically, you can expect your knitting to shrink by roughly 20-40% in length, and 15-25% in width. The sample for this article shrank approximately 20% in length and 25% in width.

What weight is Superwash?

Attributes

Fiber Content	100% Superwash Wool
Gauge	5-5.5 sts = 1″ on US 6-7; 3.25-4 sc = 1″ with G-H hook
Weight/Yardage	100g/220yd
Care	Machine Wash Cold and Tumble Dry
Country Of Origin	India

What weight is Cascade 220 Superwash wool?

With nearly 200 shades the only issue is which color!! Cascade 220 Superwash Yarn is a 100% wool yarn, 100g – 220yds per ball. 5 sts per inch on US#7 (4.5mm).

Is Cascade 220 worsted weight?

With over 150 colors to choose from, Cascade 220 has you covered for every knitting & crochet project. The soft, 100% wool, worsted weight yarn has lovely stitch definition & is ideal for garments, accessories, & home accents.

How do I clean my Cascade 220 Superwash?

Cascade 220 Superwash Yarn is a 100% wool yarn, 100g – 220yds per ball. 5 sts per inch on US#7 (4.5mm). Care: Machine wash cold, tumble dry cool.

Where is Cascade 220 made?

Peru
Attributes

Fiber Content	100% Wool
Gauge	5 sts = 1″ on US 7-8
Weight/Yardage	100g/220yds
Care	Hand Wash
Country Of Origin	Peru

Is Cascade 220 good felting?

Product Details. Cascade Yarns 220 is simply one of our most popular yarns. This 100% wool, worsted weight yarn is available in an incredible selection of colors, including many beautiful heathers. It’s great for everything from felting to sweaters!