Alpaca Merino Cotton Yarn, Lana Gatto NATURA, Luxury Italian Chunky Weight Yarn, 50m/50g

NATURA by Lana Gatto is a luxurious Italian alpaca–merino–cotton blend yarn with approx. 50m per 100g, designed for chunky, airy sweaters, oversized garments, and statement accessories with rich texture and fast results. This soft, puffy yarn creates bold, voluminous fabric that feels light for its thickness, making it perfect for modern silhouettes and cozy pieces that stand out.

The combination of baby alpaca, extrafine merino wool, and cotton gives this yarn a unique balance — softness and warmth from the animal fibers, with added stability from cotton. The structure is airy rather than dense, so your finished pieces feel comfortable and breathable while still looking substantial and luxurious.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: NATURA
• Fiber Content: 25% Baby Alpaca, 40% Extrafine Merino Wool, 35% Cotton
• Yarn Category: Chunky
• Yardage: approx. 50 m / 58 yd per 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Format: Factory-wound balls (50 grams each)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Very soft, puffy, and airy
• Voluminous but lightweight for its thickness
• Visible, bold stitch definition
• Slight natural texture from fiber blend
• Softness: approx. 9–9.5/10

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
This yarn stands out because it combines thickness with airiness. Unlike dense bulky yarns, NATURA creates fabric that looks bold but feels light and comfortable. It’s ideal for knitters who want fast projects with a high-end, modern look and a soft, wearable finish.

✧ Fiber Profile
• Baby alpaca — softness and lightweight warmth
• Merino wool — elasticity and structure
• Cotton — stability and shape retention
• Balanced blend — warm, breathable, and durable

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Designed for single-strand knitting
• Ideal for oversized, chunky silhouettes
• Works best with simple stitches
• Perfect for quick, visible results
• Suitable for both hand and machine knitting

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Creates bold, modern textures
• Produces thick yet breathable fabric
• Holds shape while remaining soft
• Knits up quickly with strong visual impact

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Oversized sweaters and pullovers
• Cardigans
• Scarves, cowls, and hats
• Blankets and throws
• Statement winter accessories

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Sweater (M): 600–800 g (12–16 balls)
• Shawl / wrap: 300–400 g (6–8 balls)
• Baby set: 200–300 g (4–6 balls)
• Hat / scarf set: 200–300 g (4–6 balls)

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Mohair — adds halo and softness
• Fine wool — enhances structure
• Silk blends — adds contrast and refinement

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting: 6.0–7.0 mm (US 10–10.75)
• Crochet: 6.0–7.0 mm
• Smaller needles → more structure
• Larger needles → softer, looser fabric

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for textured woven fabrics
• Best used as weft for bulky designs

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry