Wool Alpaca Boucle Yarn, Lana Gatto BELLEVUE, Luxury Italian DK Weight Yarn, Textured Boucle, 125m/50g

BELLEVUE by Lana Gatto is a luxury Italian wool–alpaca boucle yarn with approx. 125m per 50g, designed for cozy sweaters, soft cowls, scarves, cardigans, and textured accessories with beautiful boutique-style dimension. This DK-weight yarn features a unique lumpy-bumpy boucle construction that instantly creates texture, allowing even the simplest stitches to look rich, modern, and visually interesting.

The blend of wool and alpaca gives natural warmth and softness, while nylon adds strength and everyday durability. The result is a yarn that feels cozy but not heavy, soft but not fragile — perfect for knitwear that looks special yet remains practical for real wear.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: BELLEVUE Fashion Collection
• Fiber Content: 73% Wool, 13% Alpaca, 14% Nylon
• Yarn Category: DK
• Yardage: approx. 125 m / 137 yd per 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Format: Factory-wound balls (50 grams each)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Soft, cozy, and lightly fluffy
• Distinct boucle / lumpy texture
• Airy yet warm
• Slightly rustic but refined
• Comfortable and non-itchy for most wearers

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
This yarn gives you texture without effort. The boucle structure does the work for you — even basic stitches look dimensional and elevated. It’s ideal for knitters who want fast, satisfying projects that still look high-end and unique.

✧ Fiber Profile
• Wool — warmth, structure, and natural resilience
• Alpaca — softness and airy insulation
• Nylon — durability and shape retention

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Designed for single-strand knitting
• Best with simple stitches (texture is the highlight)
• Slightly tricky to see stitches — use contrasting needles/hooks
• Suitable for knitting and crochet
• Not ideal for complex stitch patterns

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Creates instant textured fabric with very little effort
• Adds soft volume without making the finished piece feel heavy
• Gives handmade pieces a boutique, designer-style look
• Makes quick, visually interesting projects even with simple stitches
• In my sample, I knitted with US size 6 needles using a single strand, and it was very easy and pleasant to work with
• After washing, the yarn almost did not change, but became a little fluffier, softer, and more voluminous
• The fabric has a very interesting character because multicolor threads are woven together with the main black and red yarn, creating extra depth, texture, and visual movement

This is a perfect “easy luxury” yarn — minimal effort, maximum visual impact.

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Sweaters and pullovers
• Cardigans
• Cowls and scarves
• Hats and winter accessories
• Textured statement pieces

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Sweater (M): 450–650 g (9–13 balls)
• Cardigan: 500–700 g (10–14 balls)
• Cowl: 100–200 g (2–4 balls)
• Hat: 50–100 g (1–2 balls)
• Scarf: 150–300 g (3–6 balls)

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Smooth merino — balances texture
• Alpaca blends — enhances softness
• Mohair — adds halo if desired
• Structured wool — adds density and contrast

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting: 4.5 mm (US 7)
• Crochet: 4.5–5.5 mm
• Use contrasting tools for better stitch visibility

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable as weft for textured fabrics
• Adds softness and dimension
• Use a strong, stable warp yarn

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold (max 30°C / 86°F)
• Do not use fabric softener
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry