Tuesday, October 13, 2009

Yemaya

Yemaya is spun from 100% superwash merino dyed by Tamara of Spincerely Yours. The yarn is soft and lofty. It's 2 plied. Yemaya is the African (Yoruba) mother goddess. She is the goddess of the ocean and and a protector of life. She is often depicted as a mermaid or just rising out of the water. She is all about caring and comforting others. The colors of the yarn are various shades of blue from navy to blue-gray to sky blue. There are also hints of tan and green. Blue is a comfort color, providing the constancy of home.

Yemaya - Handspun Superwash Merino

Approx. 414 yds or 379m
Approx. 4.2 oz or 121g

WPI: Approx. 15-16
Gauge: Approx. 5.75-6.5 sts per inch
Suggested Needle Size:US 3-5
Weight: Sport
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