Paillettes Alpaca Yarn, ANTARES, Limited Edition Collection Italian Yarn by Lana Gatto, DK Weight, 180m/50g (196y/1.76oz)

It’s nearly impossible to capture the true beauty and elegant shimmer of this yarn on camera — ANTARES is even more stunning in person. From the Five Star Limited Edition Collection by Lana Gatto, this luxurious sparkling yarn blends the cozy warmth of alpaca and wool with the refined radiance of paillettes and lurex. Perfect for festive projects, evening garments, accessories, and decorative knitwear.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy (Tollegno)
• Article: ANTARES – Five Star Limited Edition
• Fiber Content: 45% Nylon, 34% Alpaca, 13% Polyester, 8% Wool
• Yarn Weight: Light DK / Sport
• Yardage: 50g ≈ 180m (197 yd)
• Origin: Made in Italy
• Availability: Limited Edition — not restocked once sold out

⌁ Texture & Feel
ANTARES balances softness and sparkle in perfect harmony. Alpaca and wool offer warmth and a velvety touch, nylon adds strength, and a fine polyester thread carries delicate paillettes for a sophisticated shimmer. Softness rating: 8.5–9/10.
For sensitive skin, it pairs beautifully with mohair or merino to increase comfort and smoothness.

➤ Recommended Uses
• Evening shawls, wraps, and stoles
• Chic scarves, cowls, and decorative accessories
• Elegant sweaters, vests, and fashion tops
• Festive garments and holiday accents
• Borders, trims, hems, and design details
• Paired with mohair for luxurious halo and illumination
• Double-strand projects for deep shimmer and glamorous texture
• Artistic weaving projects requiring sparkle and soft dimension

✧ Yardage Planning & Project Estimates
• Shawl or wrap: 3–4 balls
• Scarf or cowl: 2–3 balls
• Light evening sweater (single strand): 6–7 balls
• Glamour sweater (double strand): 8–10 balls
• Vest or decorative top: 3–5 balls
• Weaving accents, stripes, wall hangings: 1–2 balls
• Wide woven scarf or textured wrap: 2–3 balls

⋔ Recommended Needles & Hooks
• Knitting Needles (single strand): 3.0–3.5 mm (US 2.5–4)
• Knitting Needles (double strand): 4.0–5.0 mm (US 6–8)
• Crochet Hook: 3.0–4.0 mm (US D–G)

⟳ Suggested Gauge
• Single strand: 26–28 sts per 10 cm (4")
• Double strand: 20–22 sts per 10 cm (4")

⚑ Knitter’s Note
One strand produces a soft, light, subtly sheer fabric with refined sparkle. Two strands enhance the luminosity and create a denser, more glamorous texture, perfect for statement garments or decorative trims.

✦ Weaving Recommendations
ANTARES works beautifully as a decorative weft yarn. The alpaca halo and sequins add depth, shine, and soft dimensional texture to woven fabrics.
• Weft: Ideal for scarves, wraps, wall hangings, accent stripes
• Warp: Not recommended due to paillettes; if used, support with strong warp fibers (cotton, linen, silk)
• Sett: 8–10 EPI for soft texture; 10–12 EPI for structure
• Tip: Combine with smooth yarns (silk, merino, cotton) for refined contrast and balanced drape

⫯ Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cold water (max 30°C / 86°F)
• Do not use fabric softener
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry away from direct heat and sunlight