Som Aran
51% Pima Cotton, 40% Baby Alpaca, 9% Merino Wool
109 yards (100 meters)
Som DK
50% Pima Cotton, 42% Baby Alpaca, 8% Merino Wool
164 yards (150 meters)
Working with Som
The DK and Aran weights differ slightly. Aran has more Baby Alpaca + Merino blown into the cotton tube to create the thickness we desire. Therefore they also dye differently. The DK base is more saturated. Look at photo to see comparison.
• Soft, airy, and weightless.
• Breathable
• Wear year-round.
• Great for crocheters
• Good stitch definition