De Rerum Natura Candide has the same technical characteristics as Ulysse: it is a 202 yds (185 m) / 50 g yarn, with a traditional 2-ply structure.
The presence of cotton in its composition gives it a little more softness, a fresher feel and more compactness than its pure wool brother. The small cotton flakes give it an original texture and create a mottled look, more or less pronounced depending on the colour. It is a rather dry yarn which, like many woolen spun yarns, gains in softness and fluffiness once washed.
We particularly like it in textured stitches but it also brings a very nice natural and relaxed touch to stockinette and garter and gives a lovely earthy look to lace patterns. It can be used for a wide range of patterns written for fingering or sport weight yarns.
It is an ideal yarn for delicate mid-season projects that will benefit from the lightness of wool and the coolness of cotton.
Candide is named after the hero of Voltaire's philosophical tale "Candide ou l'optimisme" who invites us to "cultivate our garden" to try to find our happiness in an imperfect world.
Specifications
Yarn Composition: 70% Organic Merino from Arles, 30% Recycled Cotton
Yarn Weight: Sport
Weight: 50g
Yardage: 185m (202 yards)
Recommended Needle Size: 2.5mm - 3.5mm / US 1 - 4
Gauge (10 x 10 cm, 4 x 4" in stockinette)
- 26 st x 40 rows, 2,5 mm needles / US 1
- 24 st x 38 rows, 3 mm needles / US 2
- 22 sts x 34 rows, 3.5 mm needles / US 4