"Taiyo" from Noro is a cotton blend version of SilkGarden that's also self-striping like Kureyon. The generous silk content gives each strand added sheen along with the softness of the cotton & wool. Lovely knitted & crocheted into tops, wraps, scarves, cardis & more. Sensationally crafted in Japan of 40% cotton, 30% silk, 15% wool & 15% nylon.