If you have never used Hand Maiden Sea Silk then just ask Jeanne what she thinks about this luscious yarn? She told me that it's like knitting with butter, but not as messy, ha ha! She is using a US 5 needle and got the pattern for free through Ravelry and Jeanne recommends using Sea Silk instead of butter!http://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/three-sisters-scarves--three