{"product_id":"estako-star-dk-yarn","title":"Star-DK","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"estako-acc\" style=\"font-family: inherit; color: #333; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.estako-acc details { border-bottom: 1px solid #e7e2d8; }\n.estako-acc details:first-of-type { border-top: 1px solid #e7e2d8; }\n.estako-acc summary { list-style: none; cursor: pointer; display: flex; justify-content: space-between; align-items: center; padding: 15px 2px; font-size: 18px; font-weight: 600; color: #218293; }\n.estako-acc summary::-webkit-details-marker { display: none; }\n.estako-acc summary::after { content: \"+\"; font-size: 24px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1; color: #218293; margin-left: 14px; }\n.estako-acc details[open] summary::after { content: \"\\2212\"; }\n.estako-acc .acc-body { padding: 0 2px 18px; line-height: 1.6; }\n.estako-acc .acc-body \u003e p:first-child { margin-top: 0; }\n.estako-acc ul.spec { list-style: none; margin: 0; padding: 0; }\n.estako-acc ul.spec li { padding: 5px 0; }\n.estako-acc a { color: #218293; }\n.estako-acc .related { padding: 16px 2px 4px; font-size: 15px; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdetails open\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDescription\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 17px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA light, warm DK-weight yarn in a 75% acrylic, 25% wool blend.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is OEKO-TEX® certified, holds its shape well, and gives you 306 yards per 100 g ball for garments that need real length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstako Star-DK is the lighter sister of Star-Worsted. Same acrylic and wool blend, same soft hand, spun finer so the fabric stays breathable and the stitch pattern stays visible. The smooth, even ply glides on hooks and needles for clean stitch definition in cables, lace panels and colorwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003eBest for\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweaters, cardigans and vests\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShawls, wraps and lightweight scarves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby cardigans and christening pieces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHats, gloves and transitional-season accessories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTextured stitch work where definition matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"spec\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75% Acrylic, 25% Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBall weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100 g (3.52 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 306 yds (280 m)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKnitting needle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 to 4.5 mm (US 4 to 7)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrochet hook:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 to 4 mm (US E to G)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYarn weight (CYCA):\u003c\/strong\u003e #3 DK \/ Light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge (knit):\u003c\/strong\u003e 19 sts and 28 rows to 10 x 10 cm (ball band)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGauge (crochet):\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-17 sc to 10 x 10 cm (CYCA #3 standard range)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEKO-TEX® Standard 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow much yarn do I need?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach ball of Star-DK is 306 yds (280 m). As a rough guide, round up to allow for swatching and dye lots:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHat or beanie:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 ball\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScarf or cowl:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaby blanket:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 to 5 balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdult sweater:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 to 8 balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThrow or large blanket:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 to 12 balls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant an exact count for your size? Use the \u003ca href=\"#ey-mini\"\u003eskein calculator above\u003c\/a\u003e, or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.estakoyarns.com\/pages\/yarn-calculator\"\u003efull yarn calculator\u003c\/a\u003e for the whole Estako range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCare \u0026amp; certification\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a wool blend, so machine wash cold on a gentle cycle or hand wash, and lay flat to dry to hold the shape. Avoid wringing and do not iron directly. Reshape gently while damp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery Star-DK batch is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, independently tested and free from harmful substances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 6px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy makers love Estako Star-DK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWool warmth at a light DK weight, so garments drape instead of bulking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e306 yds per ball, generous length for sweaters and shawls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth ply with clean, consistent stitch definition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEKO-TEX® certified, free from harmful substances\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree worldwide shipping over $75 and 30-day returns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails id=\"ey-faq\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"acc-body\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin: 0 0 4px;\"\u003eWhat is the difference between Star-DK and Star-Worsted?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSame 75% acrylic and 25% wool blend, same 100 g ball, different thickness. Star-DK is #3 DK with 306 yards and works on 3.5 to 4.5 mm needles. Star-Worsted is #4 Worsted with 186 yards and works on 4.5 to 5.5 mm needles. Choose Star-DK when you want a lighter garment with more drape, Star-Worsted when you want faster, warmer, chunkier fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin: 14px 0 4px;\"\u003eIs Estako Star-DK OEKO-TEX® certified?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Star-DK is OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified, independently tested and free from harmful substances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin: 14px 0 4px;\"\u003eWhat is Star-DK made of?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStar-DK is a 75% acrylic and 25% wool blend. The wool adds warmth and structure so stitches stay crisp, while the acrylic keeps it soft, durable and easy to care for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin: 14px 0 4px;\"\u003eMy pattern calls for DK (#3) yarn. Is Star-DK a match?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Star-DK is #3 DK in both our catalog and the industry standard, worked with a 3.5 to 4 mm hook or 3.5 to 4.5 mm needles. The ball band gauge is 19 stitches and 28 rows to 10 x 10 cm. If you want the same weight in pure acrylic instead of a wool blend, see DailyKnit-DK.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-weight: 600; margin: 14px 0 4px;\"\u003eHow do I wash Star-DK?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a wool blend, machine wash cold on a gentle cycle or hand wash, then lay flat to dry and reshape while damp. 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