Paillettes Lurex Cotton Yarn, Lana Gatto IBIZA, Premium Italian Fingering Weight Yarn, 190m/50g

IBIZA by Lana Gatto, Italy is a striking summer yarn from the Summer Fashion Collection, created for maximum effect in warm-weather garments and beachwear. Made from 61% Polyester, 28% Cotton, 7% Polyamide, 2% Metallized Fibers, and 2% Other Fibers, this yarn combines a soft satin-like cotton base with micro-sequins and lurex that catch the light beautifully. The result is a fabric that feels glamorous, playful, and unmistakably special.

This is the kind of yarn that is difficult to fully capture in photographs. The paillettes and metallic accents create an elegant, lively sparkle that becomes much more impressive in person, especially in natural light. If you want a summer yarn that brings visual impact even in simple shapes and uncomplicated stitches, IBIZA is exactly that kind of article.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: IBIZA
• Fiber Content: 61% Polyester, 28% Cotton, 7% Polyamide, 2% Metallized Fibers, 2% Other Fibers
• Yarn Category: Fingering
• Yardage: approx. 190 m / 208 yd per 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Format: Ball
• Origin: Cultivated, spun, dyed, and packaged in Tollegno, Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Light and glamorous
• Satin-like cotton base with decorative sparkle
• Micro-sequins and lurex add elegant shine
• More decorative than a plain summer yarn
• Beautifully eye-catching in sunlight
• Soft enough for wearable summer pieces

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
IBIZA stands out because it was designed for visual effect. The cotton-based satin thread gives the yarn softness and wearability, while the paillettes and metallic elements create the sparkle that makes the finished fabric feel festive, elegant, and unmistakably fashion-forward.

This makes it especially suitable for simple garments and accessories where the yarn itself should stay the focus. It does not need complicated textures or heavy stitch patterns to look special — the beauty is already built into the strand.

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Ideal for beachwear, summer tops, and statement layering pieces
• Best in simple stitches that let the sparkle remain visible
• Excellent for lightweight shawls, wraps, and elegant summer accessories
• A beautiful choice for projects where shine and texture matter more than complicated stitchwork
• Especially effective for warm-weather garments that should stand out

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Sleeveless top or shell: approx. 150–250 g
• Short-sleeve summer top: approx. 200–300 g
• Lightweight cardigan or beach cover-up: approx. 300–450 g
• Shawl or wrap: approx. 150–300 g
• Scarf or decorative accessory: approx. 100–200 g
• Dress or tunic: approx. 400–700 g

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
IBIZA is most beautiful when it remains the star of the fabric, but it can also pair well with other summer yarns when you want a softer or more balanced effect.

Fine Cotton
Softens the overall look and keeps the fabric breathable.

Smooth Viscose
Adds drape and fluidity for more relaxed summer garments.

Simple Matte Yarns
Create contrast and help the paillettes stand out even more clearly.

These pairings make IBIZA especially interesting for makers who want to control the amount of sparkle while still preserving the yarn’s elegant character.

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Start around 3.5–4.5 mm for knitting
• Similar hook sizes can work well for crochet depending on the desired fabric
• Simpler stitches and more open summer silhouettes usually show this yarn at its best

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Better suited to knitting and crochet than to fine weaving
• Most successful where shine, drape, and decorative effect are the main focus
• A beautiful option for experimental or statement textile work

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cool water
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry away from direct heat
• Wash swatch before final sizing calculations