Fantasy Cotton Yarn, MISTRAL, Premium Fancy Italian Yarn by Lanificio Dell'Olivo, Available in Balls or Cones, Lace Weight, 640m/100g (670y/3.52oz)

A luxurious Italian yarn with airy softness and a unique grass-like texture ✨ – Made from 72% Mako’ Cotton and 28% Polyamide, this lace-weight yarn offers a smooth, cool touch with playful fibers that stand out, creating a soft “grass” effect. Perfect for lightweight summer knits, eye-catching accessories, and layering pieces with texture and movement.

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

🧶 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Lanificio Dell'Olivo, Italy
• Article: MISTRAL
• Fiber Content: 72% Mako’ Cotton, 28% Polyamide
• Yarn Weight: Lace
• Yarn Count: Nm 6.400
• Yardage: 640 meters / 100g (670 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Texture: Soft with a grass-like structure – fine threads with protruding fibers that create a delicate, textured surface in the finished fabric. Light and airy, with a hint of movement and volume.
• Origin: Made in Italy

🧷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Knitting Needles: 2.5–3.5 mm (US 1.5–4)
• Crochet Hooks: 2.0–3.0 mm
• Use smaller sizes for structured lace; larger sizes for open, flowing fabrics.

⚠️ For hand knitting, this yarn works beautifully in a single strand for an airy grass effect, or held double for added texture and volume.

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
• Lacy shawl or wrap: 100–150g (640–960 m / 700–1050 yd)
• Summer top: 200–300g (1280–1920 m / 1400–2100 yd)
• Light cardigan: 300–400g (1920–2560 m / 2100–2800 yd)
• Accessories: 50–100g (320–640 m / 350–700 yd)

📏 Gauge & Behavior Notes
Creates a dimensional surface with soft, grass-like fibers that stand out, giving garments a lively texture. Despite its airy look, the yarn knits evenly and provides good structure.
Recommended gauge: 28–32 sts = 10 cm / 4" on 2.5–3.5 mm (US 1.5–4) needles.

🧵 Why Knitters Love This Yarn
• Unique grass effect for modern textured designs
• Lightweight yet full of character
• Adds surface interest without bulk
• Soft and breathable with elegant drape

🧶 Working with Multiple Strands
• Use one strand to highlight the grass effect
• Hold two or more strands for more body and dramatic texture
• Blends nicely with smooth yarns to create contrast

💡 Project Ideas
Perfect for jackets, bombers, vests, and accessories where texture is the star. Also ideal for trims or panels in mixed-fabric garments.

🧪 Blending Possibilities
• Combine with mohair, alpaca, or merino for added softness
• Use with cotton or silk for mixed textures
• Layer over a smooth yarn base for designer effects

🧺 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 keep in mind: cone yarns may contain a light finish for industrial knitting. Gentle washing allows the yarn to relax and bloom beautifully.

📸 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 wound by hand 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.

💬 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! Each order is carefully packed by me, with a handwritten thank-you note and a small gift 🎁

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