Scheepjes Metropolis
Scheepjes
Physical Parameters
| Weight Category: | Fingering (CYC 1) |
| Gauge: | 28 sts × 36 rows per 4 inches |
| Fiber Content: | 75% Wool 25% Nylon |
| Yardage: | 437 yards |
| Weight: | 100 grams |
| Yards/Gram: | 4.37 |
| Care: | Machine wash gentle cold, lay flat to dry |
Overview
Scheepjes Metropolis is a wool-nylon fingering weight inspired by city life. The nylon content gives it durability for socks and everyday wearables.
Top Substitute Matches
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Cascade Yarns Cascade Heritage
Fingering · 28 sts/4" · 75% Merino Wool 25% Nylon
100/100
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Gauge diff: 0 sts ✓ Weight match ✓ Fiber match
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Madelinetosh Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light
Fingering · 28 sts/4" · 100% Superwash Merino Wool
80/100
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Gauge diff: 0 sts ✓ Weight match
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Scheepjes Scheepjes Catona
Fingering · 28 sts/4" · 100% Mercerized Cotton
70/100
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Knit Picks Knit Picks Palette
Fingering · 30 sts/4" · 100% Peruvian Highland Wool
70/100
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Gauge diff: 2 sts ✓ Weight match
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Scheepjes Scheepjes Whirl
Fingering · 26 sts/4" · 60% Cotton 40% Acrylic
60/100
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Gauge diff: 2 sts ✓ Weight match
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