Alaska is a soft, chunky, 50 % combed wool yarn, that's warm and cosy to wear and nice to knit! This easy-care yarn knits up quickly too, and the wide range of colours and pleasant, weighty feel make it a hit with both beginners and more experienced knitters. Number of balls required for one sweater: Child age 8: 8 balls Women's M: 15 balls Men's L: 19 balls Machine wash, tumble dry.