Cotton Yarn, Lana Gatto MILO, Luxury Italian Sport Weight Yarn, 125m/50g

MILO by Lana Gatto is a premium Italian 100% cotton yarn with approx. 125m per 50g, designed for breathable summer garments, baby items, lightweight sweaters, and everyday knitwear with clean stitch definition and soft, natural comfort. This sport-weight yarn delivers smooth texture, reliable structure, and consistent results across hand knitting, crochet, and machine knitting.

This is a true everyday cotton staple — not stiff, not rough, and not overly processed. MILO creates neat, even fabric that looks polished and wearable, making it perfect for projects where clean structure and comfort matter most.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: MILO
• Fiber Content: 100% Cotton
• Yarn Category: Sport
• Yardage: approx. 125 m / 136 yd per 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Format: Factory-wound balls (50 grams each)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Smooth, even structure
• Soft matte finish
• Excellent stitch definition
• Breathable and comfortable
• Easy, consistent knitting experience

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
MILO delivers exactly what many cotton yarns fail to achieve — balance. It is soft but holds structure, smooth but not slippery, and breathable without feeling loose or weak. This makes it ideal for garments that need to look clean and stay wearable.

✧ Fiber Profile
• Cotton — breathable, soft, durable, and easy to care for

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Designed for single-strand knitting
• Suitable for knitting, crochet, and machine knitting
• Ideal for warm-weather garments and everyday basics
• Works well with simple and textured stitches
• Perfect for projects where stitch clarity matters

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Creates clean, defined stitches
• Produces breathable, lightweight fabric
• Holds shape better than many cotton yarns
• Gives garments a polished, finished look
• I highly recommend zooming in on the photos to see the true stitch definition and smooth texture of this yarn

This is a reliable cotton yarn you can use again and again for clean, wearable results.

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Summer tops and T-shirts
• Baby garments and accessories
• Lightweight sweaters and cardigans
• Home décor items
• Crochet projects and everyday pieces

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Short-sleeve top: 250–400 g (5–8 balls)
• Lightweight sweater: 350–600 g (7–12 balls)
• Baby garment: 100–200 g (2–4 balls)
• Scarf / accessory: 100–200 g (2–4 balls)

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Linen — adds structure
• Viscose — adds drape
• Silk blends — enhances softness
• Cotton blends — for consistency

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting: 3.0–4.0 mm (US 2.5–6)
• Crochet: 3.0–4.0 mm

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for both warp and weft
• Produces smooth, even fabric
• Ideal for lightweight textiles

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