Alpaca Merino CORD Yarn, FANTASIA, Premium Italian Yarn by Zegna Baruffa, Available in Balls and on Cones, Sport Weight, 300m/100g (328y/3.52oz)

A luxurious Italian blend with modern sophistication ✨ – Zegna Baruffa FANTASIA is a sport-weight chainette yarn combining merino softness, alpaca warmth, and polyamide strength. Its airy structure creates lightweight yet cozy fabrics with a refined, high-end feel.

📍 YOU CAN BUY CONES HERE – HERE
THIS IS LIMITED QUANTITY YARN!

🧶 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Zegna Baruffa, Italy
• Article: FANTASIA
• Fiber Content: 48% Merino, 32% Baby Alpaca, 20% Polyamide
• Yarn Weight: Sport, Chain-Cable (Chainette)
• Yardage: 300 meters / 100g (328 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Texture: Light, airy, and soft with a unique chainette construction that traps air, adding warmth without heaviness. Creates luxurious knits quickly.
• Origin: Made in Italy

🧷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Knitting Needles: 3.5–4.5 mm (US 4–7)
• Crochet Hooks: 4.0–5.0 mm
• The chainette texture works beautifully with simple stitches, enhancing the yarn’s structure.

🧵 Knitting Experience:

I knitted a sample (COLOR 1657 PERL GREY) with US size 4 needles using one strand, then washed it. The fabric turned out super soft, light, and luxurious. The chainette structure opens beautifully after washing, giving the yarn a gentle stretch and a lovely halo from the alpaca. It holds its shape well while maintaining a soft drape.

For a more airy result, I recommend using US size 5 needles. If you prefer a denser fabric, US size 4 is perfect. This yarn is easy and fast to knit, making it an excellent choice even for beginners. Highly recommended!

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
• Sweater or pullover: 300–400g
• Cardigan or bomber: 400–500g
• Shawl or wrap: 200–300g
• Accessories (scarf, hat, cowl): 100–150g

📏 Gauge & Behavior Notes
The chain-cable construction makes this yarn incredibly light and warm, creating fabrics with a plush hand and natural elasticity.

🧵 Why Knitters Love This Yarn
• Soft merino-alpaca blend for warmth and comfort
• Chainette structure – airy, light, and fast to work with
• Polyamide adds strength
• Luxurious garments with minimal weight

💡 Project Ideas & Fashion Inspiration
Perfect for:
• Light jackets and bombers
• Oversized sweaters with modern texture
• Warm, airy accessories

🧶 Working with Chainette Yarns
• Use sharp needles to glide through structure
• Stick to clean patterns – let the yarn shine
• Blocks beautifully, enhancing softness and stitch definition

🧵 Weaving Suitability
• Excellent for weft in textured fabrics
• Use with a stronger yarn if used as warp

🧪 Blending Possibilities
• Use alone for full chainette effect
• Combine with mohair or alpaca for loft
• Pair with silk blends for sheen

✨ Additional Recommendations for Knitters
• Hold two strands together for an even warmer, thicker fabric without adding weight – great for outerwear.
• Mix with a contrasting yarn (like silk, mohair, or metallic thread) for added texture or subtle shimmer.
• Knit loosely to maximize the chainette’s airy qualities; avoid over-tightening stitches.
• Try reversible patterns (like brioche or garter) to showcase the yarn’s loft and structure on both sides.
• Swatch and wash – the fabric blooms after blocking, so check gauge after washing.
• Use minimal seams – this yarn drapes beautifully in seamless garments.
• Ideal for transitional pieces – the blend breathes well, making it perfect for fall-to-winter wear.

🧶 Care Instructions:
• Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight

📸 Please Note
The amount of yarn shown on cones in the photos may not reflect the actual quantity you’ll receive. Yarn is custom-wound per your order.
🎨 Colors are photographed in natural lighting but may appear slightly different depending on your screen settings. I highly recommend zooming in on each photo to fully appreciate the yarn’s texture and finish.
📌 ±1–2g variation per 100g is possible due to winding.
✨ Yarn is hand-wound and carefully packed.

📦 Shipping & Order Processing
Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as winding into balls or cones may take additional time and care. To ensure efficient shipping, we may combine multiple orders placed before the initial shipment. Shipping refunds will not be issued for combined orders. Thank you for your understanding and continued support. 

We ship worldwide, and tracking is provided for every shipment. Local taxes or customs fees (if any) are the responsibility of the buyer.

💬 Questions Have questions about this yarn or your project? I’m always happy to help! I’d love to hear how you enjoyed working with this yarn! Your kind reviews and shared creations help my small business grow—and they inspire others too. Thank you!
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