Merino Silk Alpaca Yarn, Lana Gatto NEBBIA, Premium Italian Fingering Weight Yarn, 200m/50g

NEBBIA by Lana Gatto is a luxurious Italian merino–silk–alpaca blend yarn with approx. 400m per 100g, designed for lightweight sweaters, elegant shawls, and refined accessories with natural color depth. This fingering-weight yarn combines 70% extrafine merino wool, 15% silk, and 15% baby alpaca, delivering exceptional softness, warmth without heaviness, and a smooth, slightly luminous finish.

The multicolored dyeing features earthy, natural tones that flow seamlessly through the yarn, creating soft, organic transitions without harsh contrasts. This gives your finished pieces a rich, dimensional look while keeping the fabric elegant and wearable. The blend produces a light, airy fabric with gentle warmth and beautiful drape.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: NEBBIA
• Fiber Content: 70% Extrafine Merino Wool, 15% Silk, 15% Baby Alpaca
• Yarn Category: Fingering
• Yardage: approx. 200 m / 219 yd per 50 g (.76 oz)
• Format: Factory-wound balls (50 grams each)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Soft, airy, and lightweight
• Smooth with a subtle silky sheen
• Gentle halo from alpaca
• Earthy multicolor tones with natural depth
• Comfortable against the skin

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
This yarn combines three premium fibers to create a balance of softness, warmth, and elegance. The merino provides elasticity, silk adds a refined sheen, and alpaca enhances softness and lightness. The result is a yarn that looks sophisticated even in simple stitches and produces garments with a polished, high-end finish.

✧ Fiber Profile
• Extrafine merino — softness and elasticity
• Silk — drape and subtle shine
• Baby alpaca — warmth and airy softness
• Balanced blend — lightweight yet warm

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Suitable for single-strand knitting and crochet
• Can be doubled for more structure and warmth
• Ideal for garments worn directly on the skin
• Works well for both simple and textured patterns

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Creates soft, flowing fabric
• Adds natural color variation without effort
• Produces lightweight yet warm garments
• Enhances stitch definition with subtle elegance

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Sweaters and cardigans
• Shawls, wraps, and scarves
• Baby and children’s garments
• Hats and seasonal accessories

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Sweater (M): 350–450 g (7–9 balls)
• Shawl / wrap: 200–300 g (4–6 balls)
• Baby set: 150–200 g (3–4 balls)
• Hat / scarf set: 150–200 g (3–4 balls)

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Mohair — enhances halo and softness
• Fine merino — adds structure
• Silk — increases drape and luxury feel

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting: 3.5–4.5 mm (US 4–7)
• Crochet: 3.0–4.0 mm
• Adjust based on desired fabric density

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for lightweight woven fabrics
• Adds softness and subtle color variation

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