Lana Gatto, Italy

Cotton 100% Yarn, MILO, Premium Italian Yarn by Lana Gatto, DK Weight, 125m/50g (136y/1.75oz)

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A timeless classic crafted from pure cotton, MILO by Lana Gatto is a versatile, breathable yarn designed for beautiful everyday projects. Soft, smooth, and pleasant to work with, it performs equally well for hand knitting, crochet, and knitting machines, making it a reliable choice for knitters of all levels.

🧶 Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto
• Article: MILO
• Fiber Content: 100% Cotton
• Yarn Weight: Sport / Light DK
• Format: Balls
• Ball Weight: 50 g (1.75 oz)
• Yardage: 125 m / 136 yd per ball
• Origin: Made in Italy (Tollegno)

⌁ Texture & Feel
MILO has a smooth, even structure with a soft matte finish. The yarn glides comfortably through needles and hooks, offering excellent stitch definition and a pleasant knitting rhythm. It holds its shape well and feels gentle against the skin.

➤ Recommended Uses
Ideal for summer garments and all-season basics such as tops, baby items, lightweight sweaters, cardigans, home décor, and accessories. It is also well-suited for knitting machines thanks to its consistent cotton structure.

✦ Gauge & Needles
• Manufacturer recommendation: 3–4 mm needles (US 2.5–6)
• Personal suggestion: 2.5–3 mm needles (US 2.5–3) for a more refined fabric
Gauge may vary depending on technique and project — swatching is always recommended.

➤ Weaving Recommendations
MILO works beautifully for weaving projects thanks to its smooth, even cotton structure. It is well suited for lightweight woven fabrics, accessories, and home textiles such as scarves, towels, table runners, and decorative panels.

Recommended for use as weft and can also be used as warp with appropriate tension and sampling. Always weave a sample to determine optimal sett and fabric density.

⟳ Care Instructions
Hand wash in cold water (max 30°C / 86°F).
Do not use fabric softener.
Dry flat to maintain shape and texture.

Please Note

Colors are photographed in natural light but may appear slightly different depending on your screen.

Shipping & Order Processing

Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as cone winding may require additional time. Multiple orders placed before shipment may be combined. Shipping refunds are not issued for combined orders.

We ship worldwide with tracking provided. As customs policies and tariffs can change frequently, any duties, taxes, or import fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer. These charges are not collected by us at the time of purchase but are typically paid to your local postal service or customs office upon the arrival of your package.

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