Textured Cotton Linen Wool Yarn, LINEAPIÙ TACOS, Premium Italian Fantasy Yarn, Balls or Cones, 240m/100g

Experience the rich texture and effortless sophistication of Italian fashion knitting with LINEAPIÙ TACOS. This unique designer yarn combines 40% Cotton, 20% Linen, 18% Virgin Wool, 12% Polyamide, and 10% Polyester in an innovative fantasy construction that creates beautiful depth, organic texture, and exceptional stitch definition with minimal effort.

Unlike smooth traditional yarns, TACOS features an irregular slub-like structure that transforms even the simplest stitches into luxurious designer fabrics. Cotton provides softness and breathability, linen contributes strength and natural texture, virgin wool adds elasticity and gentle loft, while polyamide and polyester stabilize the yarn and enhance durability. The result is a lightweight yet substantial fabric with beautiful dimension and effortless elegance.

With approximately 240 meters (262 yards) per 100g, this versatile DK to Light Worsted weight yarn is perfect for modern sweaters, textured cardigans, lightweight jackets, pullovers, scarves, home décor, and sophisticated transitional garments. Whether knitted in simple stockinette or textured stitch patterns, TACOS creates a high-end fabric that looks straight from an Italian runway collection.

Imported directly from Italy, this exceptional designer yarn showcases the creativity, innovation, and craftsmanship for which LINEAPIÙ is recognized throughout the luxury fashion industry.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: LINEAPIÙ ITALIA S.p.A., Italy
• Article: TACOS
• Fiber Content: 40% Cotton, 20% Linen, 18% Virgin Wool, 12% Polyamide, 10% Polyester
• Yarn Category: DK / Light Worsted Weight
• Yarn Structure: Designer fantasy mouliné fantasy yarn with an irregular textured construction
• Yarn Count: Nm 2400
• Yardage: Approximately 240m / 262yd per 100g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
LINEAPIÙ is one of Italy's most respected luxury yarn manufacturers, known for creating innovative yarn constructions and beautifully balanced fiber blends for the fashion industry. TACOS is a wonderful example of that expertise. Instead of relying on novelty effects alone, it combines five carefully selected fibers to create a fabric with beautiful texture, natural dimension, excellent stitch definition, and long-lasting durability.

Its unique fantasy construction transforms even simple stockinette into a sophisticated designer fabric, making it an excellent choice for knitters who appreciate distinctive textures without complicated stitch patterns.

⌁ Texture & Feel
Unique Italian Designer Texture
The irregular slub construction creates beautiful organic dimension that elevates even the simplest knitting.

Soft Yet Structured
Cotton and wool provide softness, while linen contributes crispness and beautiful stitch definition.

Natural Breathability
Cotton and linen work together to create fabrics that feel comfortable across multiple seasons.

Lightweight with Excellent Body
Despite its airy construction, the fabric has enough stability to create garments that hold their shape beautifully.

Organic Visual Depth
The irregular texture naturally creates movement and richness without requiring complicated stitch patterns.

Comfort That Improves Over Time
The linen gradually softens with wear and washing while maintaining the fabric's beautiful structure.

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
Rather than relying on novelty fibers or decorative effects, TACOS creates luxury through texture. Its carefully balanced blend of natural and technical fibers produces fabrics with exceptional character, beautiful movement, and long-lasting durability. This is exactly the type of innovative yarn construction that has made Italian fashion mills famous worldwide.

★ Why Knitters Love TACOS
• Premium Italian designer yarn from LINEAPIÙ
• Beautiful textured slub construction
• Rich blend of five carefully balanced fibers
• Excellent stitch definition with natural visual interest
• Comfortable and breathable
• Lightweight while maintaining excellent body
• Creates designer fabrics with simple stitches
• Suitable for hand knitting, machine knitting, crochet, and weaving
• Beautiful for transitional garments
• Exceptional quality and durability

➤ My Knitting Experience
I knitted my swatch using US size 8 (5.0 mm) needles, and I absolutely loved working with this yarn. Despite its complex construction, it was surprisingly easy and enjoyable to knit. The yarn reminds me of a fascinating combination of mouliné, flammé, and tweed, with multiple fibers twisted together to create incredible texture. Once knitted, however, the fabric has a beautiful tweed-like appearance with lots of character.

One thing that really impressed me was how forgiving this yarn is. It hides small imperfections beautifully, making it an excellent choice for beginners or anyone who prefers a more relaxed knitting experience. After washing, the fabric opened up nicely, became even softer, and felt wonderful against the skin. It isn't itchy at all.

I also didn't notice any biasing while knitting, which was another pleasant surprise.

Although the knitted swatch feels lightweight, the yarn's airy, textured construction creates fabric that looks wonderfully full and cozy without adding unnecessary weight. This makes it an excellent choice for oversized sweaters, relaxed cardigans, and larger garments that stay comfortable rather than becoming heavy.

I can easily picture this yarn in beautiful fall cardigans, textured pullovers, and cozy tops for the beginning of the season. If you hold it together with alpaca or another fluffy companion yarn, it would also make stunning winter garments.

Highly recommended. It was a genuine pleasure to knit with, and I was extremely happy with both the knitting experience and the finished fabric.

➤ Yarn Usage & Profile
• Perfect on Its Own: The textured construction creates beautiful fabrics without requiring complicated stitch patterns.
• Excellent for Transitional Seasons: Cotton, linen, and wool work together to provide comfort across changing temperatures.
• Ideal Projects: Sweaters, cardigans, jackets, pullovers, scarves, shawls, vests, home décor, and textured accessories.
• Designer Fabrics: Even simple stockinette produces rich, luxurious texture.
• Sold as hand-wound balls by default. Original cones are available upon request.

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Kid Mohair & Silk – adds a soft halo while preserving the textured character
• Fine Merino – creates a fuller fabric with additional elasticity
• Cashmere – introduces luxurious softness
• Linen – enhances the natural texture and structure
• Cotton – creates lighter summer fabrics
• Silk – adds fluid drape and elegant sheen

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Single Strand: 4.0–5.5 mm knitting needles
• Looser Fabric: 5.5–6.0 mm knitting needles
• Crochet Hooks: 4.0–5.5 mm
• Swatching is always recommended to achieve your preferred fabric and gauge.

⫯ Weaving Suitability
An outstanding weaving yarn that creates richly textured fabrics with beautiful visual depth. Excellent for scarves, throws, jackets, decorative textiles, and contemporary woven apparel where texture becomes the defining design element.

⟳ Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cool water (30°C / 86°F) using a mild detergent suitable for natural fibers. Do not wring or twist. Press excess moisture into a clean towel and lay flat to dry. Light steaming after drying will help relax the fibers and enhance the yarn's natural texture and drape.