Dating back to the 1890s, the Fort Worth Stockyards played an important part in the trade of cattle in the US. Now, you can still feel the flavor of the old west in its many saloons, restaurants, opry, and weekly cattle drives and other cowboy events. This is the place that gave Fort Worth the nickname "Cow Town." Fingering weight yarn 85% Extra Fine (19.5 micron), SW, 4-ply Merino Wool/15% Nylon, 437 yards/400 meters/100 grams. Care: Hand (preferred) or machine wash on gentle cycle, lay flat to dry.