Rauma yarns from Norway are a favorite here at The Woolly Thistle! If you're looking for a durable and woolly DK weight yarn, Rauma Strikkegarn is just right! This yarn is a nice, round 3ply structure and wears beautifully over time.  This yarn is excellent for color work and comes in big bouncy 50g balls.  It's also perfect for the long stockinette knitting of garments.  This 100% Norwegian Wool yarn wears well and resists pilling. Rauma Strikkegarn is available in a wide range of colors for all of your knitting needs!  Breed: 100% Wool (blend of Norwegian breeds) Ball/Skein Length: approx 114yds / approx 50g Yarn Thickness: DK - 3 ply Gauge: 22st/4" Package: approx. 50g balls Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry Made in Norway 100% Norwegian sheep to mill   Please remember that every effort is taken to represent the true colors of the yarn and that monitor settings will vary.  Paper Tiger does a great intro to Norwegian wool including Rauma here.