Perle 5 from Madame Tricote is a mercerized cotton yarn that can be used for both knitting and crocheting. The yarn has a slightly glossy, pearly sheen with a soft and sturdy build. Blend: 100% cotton Skein size: 50g (~210m) Thickness: Ne 5/2, Nm 8/2 Manufacturer needle recommendation: 2.5 Manufacturer crochet hook recommendation: 1,75 - 2,0.