{"product_id":"lana-gatto-santiago-alpaca-cotton-chain-yarn-260m","title":"Alpaca Cotton Yarn, Lana Gatto SANTIAGO, Luxury Italian Sport Weight Yarn, Chain Structure, 260m\/100g","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"336\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eSANTIAGO by Lana Gatto is a luxury Italian baby alpaca and cotton chain yarn with approx. 260m per 100g, designed for soft sweaters, lightweight cardigans, shawls, scarves, and refined year-round knitwear. This sport-weight yarn combines 70% baby alpaca softness and warmth with 30% cotton breathability and structure, creating an airy, comfortable fabric that feels luxurious on the skin while staying light, modern, and wearable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"1076\"\u003eThe chain\/cable construction gives SANTIAGO extra loft and visual texture without heaviness. It creates clean stitches, soft volume, and a polished handmade look even in simple patterns — perfect for knitters who want premium Italian yarn that works up beautifully and feels special without being too heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1078\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003e▣ Product Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1109\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy\u003cbr data-start=\"1142\" data-end=\"1145\"\u003e• Article: SANTIAGO\u003cbr data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1167\"\u003e• Fiber Content: 70% Baby Alpaca, 30% Cotton\u003cbr data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1214\"\u003e• Yarn Category: Sport\u003cbr data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1239\"\u003e• Yardage: approx. 260 m \/ 284 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)\u003cbr data-start=\"1292\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003e• Format: Factory-wound balls (100 grams each)\u003cbr data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1340\"\u003e• Origin: Made in Italy\u003cbr data-start=\"1363\" data-end=\"1366\"\u003e• Structure: Chain \/ cable construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1409\" data-end=\"1429\"\u003e⌁ Texture \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003e• Soft, airy, and lightweight\u003cbr data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003e• Warm yet breathable due to cotton blend\u003cbr data-start=\"1505\" data-end=\"1508\"\u003e• Chain structure adds volume without heaviness\u003cbr data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e• Smooth surface with a natural, refined texture\u003cbr data-start=\"1606\" data-end=\"1609\"\u003e• Comfortable for direct-to-skin wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1923\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1680\"\u003e⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1683\"\u003eSANTIAGO offers a rare balance of softness, warmth, breathability, and structure. Baby alpaca gives the yarn a gentle luxury feel and lightweight insulation, while cotton helps stabilize the fabric and makes it more wearable across seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"2115\"\u003eThe chain construction makes this yarn especially appealing because it gives the fabric more body and texture than a flat spun yarn, while still keeping the finished piece light and elegant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2117\" data-end=\"2136\"\u003e✧ Fiber Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2136\" data-end=\"2139\"\u003e• Baby Alpaca — softness, warmth, and lightweight insulation\u003cbr data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2202\"\u003e• Cotton — breathability, structure, and shape stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003e➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2293\"\u003e• Designed for single-strand knitting and crochet\u003cbr data-start=\"2342\" data-end=\"2345\"\u003e• Sport weight — ideal for lightweight garments and accessories\u003cbr data-start=\"2408\" data-end=\"2411\"\u003e• Chain construction creates more volume than classic spun yarn\u003cbr data-start=\"2474\" data-end=\"2477\"\u003e• Suitable for simple stitches, textured stitches, and modern silhouettes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2819\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2554\" data-end=\"2595\"\u003e➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2598\"\u003e• Creates soft, airy fabric with natural volume\u003cbr data-start=\"2645\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003e• Keeps garments lightweight but warm\u003cbr data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e• Adds subtle texture without heaviness\u003cbr data-start=\"2727\" data-end=\"2730\"\u003e• Produces clean, modern knitwear\u003cbr data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2766\"\u003e• Helps garments hold shape better than pure alpaca\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2971\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2821\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003e⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2852\"\u003e• Sweaters and pullovers\u003cbr data-start=\"2876\" data-end=\"2879\"\u003e• Lightweight cardigans\u003cbr data-start=\"2902\" data-end=\"2905\"\u003e• Shawls and wraps\u003cbr data-start=\"2923\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003e• Scarves and accessories\u003cbr data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2954\"\u003e• Baby garments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"3153\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2973\" data-end=\"3001\"\u003e➤ Approximate Yarn Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3001\" data-end=\"3004\"\u003e• Sweater (S–M): approx. 300–400 g\u003cbr data-start=\"3038\" data-end=\"3041\"\u003e• Sweater (L–XL): approx. 400–500 g\u003cbr data-start=\"3076\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003e• Shawl \/ wrap: approx. 200–300 g\u003cbr data-start=\"3112\" data-end=\"3115\"\u003e• Hat \/ scarf set: approx. 100–200 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3366\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3155\" data-end=\"3194\"\u003e➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3194\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003eMerino — adds structure and elasticity\u003cbr data-start=\"3235\" data-end=\"3238\"\u003eMohair — enhances softness and halo\u003cbr data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3276\"\u003eSilk — improves drape and luxury feel\u003cbr data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3316\"\u003eCotton — increases structure for summer garments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3368\" data-end=\"3401\"\u003e✦ Recommended Needles \/ Hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3404\"\u003e• Knitting needles: 3.5–4.5 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"3434\" data-end=\"3437\"\u003e• 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