Merino Cotton Yarn, LANACOT, Luxury Collection by RiGo, Italy, Available in Ball and on Cone, Lace Weight, 650m/100g (710y/3.52oz)

Discover the perfect balance of softness and breathability ✨ – Italian-made from 60% merino wool and 40% cotton. This luxurious lace-weight yarn combines the warmth of fine merino with the lightweight comfort of cotton, creating a versatile fiber perfect for year-round wear.

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EXTREMELY LIMITED – WHEN IT’S GONE, IT’S GONE!

🧵 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: RiGo, Italy
• Article: LANACOT 6500
• Fiber Content: 60% Merino Wool, 40% Cotton
• Yarn Weight: Lace
• Yarn Count: Nm 6500
• Yardage: 650 meters / 100g (710 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Origin: Made in Italy

✨ Texture & Feel:
• Soft, smooth blend with a delicate touch
• Breathable cotton adds coolness, while merino provides gentle warmth
• Light drape—ideal for layering pieces in any season

🧶 Recommended Uses:
• Lace shawls, wraps, and scarves
• Lightweight sweaters and summer cardigans
• Baby garments that need softness and breathability
• Crochet lace and fine weaving projects

💡 Tips & Recommendations:
• For hand knitting, it is recommended to start with two threads for better structure and a more balanced fabric.
• Works beautifully on its own for airy, lace-like fabrics.
• Can be held double or triple for warmer, denser garments.
• Pairs well with silk or mohair for added softness and texture contrast.
• Cotton content reduces elasticity—always swatch and block to check drape and gauge.
• Simple stitches allow the fiber blend to shine naturally.
• Wooden or bamboo needles help control the smooth strand.

🧷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Knitting: US 1–3 / 2.25–3.25 mm (for single strand)
• Crochet: 2.0–3.0 mm
• Adjust needle size when working with two or more strands for a thicker fabric

🧵 Weaving Suitability:
• Excellent as a weft yarn for fine handwoven fabrics
• Soft and pliable—works beautifully in mixed-fiber weaving
• Not ideal for warp unless reinforced

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
(100g = 650m / 710y)
• Short sleeve top: 200–300g
• Long sleeve sweater: 300–400g
• Shawl: 100–200g
• Scarf: 100–200g
• Dress: 400–600g

🫧 Care Instructions:
• Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry to preserve structure and softness

📸 Please Note
The amount of yarn shown on cones in the photos may not reflect the actual quantity you’ll receive. Yarn is custom-wound per your order.
🎨 Colors are photographed in natural lighting but may appear slightly different depending on your screen settings. I highly recommend zooming in on each photo to fully appreciate the yarn’s texture and finish.
📌 ±1–2g variation per 100g is possible due to winding.
✨ Yarn is hand-wound and carefully packed.

📦 Shipping & Order Processing
Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as winding into balls or cones may take additional time and care. To ensure efficient shipping, we may combine multiple orders placed before the initial shipment. Shipping refunds will not be issued for combined orders. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
We ship worldwide, and tracking is provided for every shipment. Local taxes or customs fees (if any) are the responsibility of the buyer.

💬 Questions
Have questions about this yarn or your project? I’m always happy to help! I’d love to hear how you enjoyed working with this yarn! Your kind reviews and shared creations help my small business grow—and they inspire others too. Thank you!

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