Nature"s Choice is grown and spun without the use of pesticides, herbicides or other chemicals; The dyes used to create our beautiful colors are certified according to the Global Organic Textile Standard by the Institute of Marketecology; 100-Percent Organically Grown Cotton; Nature"s Choice is a soft, versatile yarn that"s so easy to work with and perfect for everything from baby blankets to fashion items; It"s good for your knitting and good for the planet; Items made from this yarn may be laundered through the use of water, detergent or soap and gentle hand manipulation; No bleach product may be used; A machine dryer may not be used; Weight Category: 4 Medium: Worsted-weight, Afghan, Aran Yarn; Solids: 3-Ounce (85 g), 103 yd (94 m); Prints: 2-3/4-Ounce (78 g), 94 yd (86 m)