Knitters and crocheters, you're going to love this Premier Yarns DK Colors in the Alpine colorway! The really clever thing about this yarn is that it's specially designed to create beautiful broad stripes automatically as you work - each 5oz/140g ball contains five carefully coordinated colors that transition smoothly, giving you stunning results even with simple stitch patterns. The DK weight (category 3) is super versatile for all kinds of projects from sweaters and scarves to blankets and hats. With 383 yards per skein, you get plenty of yarn to work with. The gauge is about 22 stitches by 28 rows to 4 inches on US6/4mm knitting needles, or use a USG/4mm crochet hook for crochet projects. What makes this yarn extra special is the anti-pilling acrylic fiber - it has the same great quality as their popular Everyday collection, meaning your finished projects will stay looking beautiful wash after wash without developing those annoying little pills. The care is easy too - just machine wash warm and tumble dry with no heat (and no ironing needed). The Alpine colorway has that perfect mountain-inspired palette that works for so many different projects and recipients. While they try to match dye lots, it's always best to buy enough for your project at once since exact color matches between batches can vary slightly. Whether you're making gifts, building your wardrobe, or just enjoying the relaxation of yarn crafts, this self-striping yarn does a lot of the design work for you, making even basic patterns look intricate and professional!