Athos, 10ply Pure Fine Wool Yarn, Black, Worsted, Super Bulky, 160m/200gr

ATHOS 10-ply: The Most Complete Yarn

We present Athos 10-ply, an exceptionally well-twisted yarn with 10 plies from Molokotos, ideal for making Orthodox prayer ropes as well as heavy-duty knitted items. The 10 plies guarantee superior resistance of the yarn to pilling and pulling.
Like all our wool yarns, it is made from soft, virgin wool so that it does not cause skin irritation.

Yarn Characteristics by Molokotos

COMPOSITION

100% Virgin Sheep Wool

LENGTH

±160 meters

WEIGHT

200g per skein/hank

PLIES

10-ply

NEEDLES

7mm-9mm

WOOLMARK Certifications

Molokotos wool yarns are created to the highest standards from pure new wool, without the addition of other fibers or recycled wool. As a result, they are at the forefront of the textile industry. All our wool products carry the Woolmark® certification label.

OEKO-TEX Certifications

In addition, Molokotos wool yarns are certified under the strictest Oeko-Tex® Class I standards for the absence of harmful substances and are completely safe for knitted items intended for babies. With more than 200 testing criteria, we are confident that we offer the best on the market.

Durability

Lightfastness

Excellent resistance of the yarn to color changes caused by exposure to light.

Washing Resistance

Excellent resistance of the yarn to color changes caused by washing and normal wear.

Shrinkage Resistance

With proper care (suitable detergent, low temperature ~35°C), the characteristics of the virgin wool yarn remain unchanged.

Care Instructions

Washing

By hand or on a knitwear program at a temperature of up to 35°C, using a detergent for wool.

Drying

Dry flat.

Ironing

Steam iron at a moderate temperature.

Available Colors

10ply athos is available only in black.