Italian Alpaca & Kid Mohair | Lanificio dell’Olivo | 869 g

This cone yarn made in Italy by Lanificio dell’Olivo S.p.A., an Italian mill specializing in fine fashion yarns. This yarn contains 45% alpaca and 15% kid mohair, giving it a beautifully soft, warm, slightly fuzzy texture with an elegant halo. It has a rich, quiet luxury sophisticated appearance that would work especially well for oversized sweaters, cardigans, vests, scarves, and other cozy fall and winter pieces. The colour is a gorgeous deep burgundy / wine brown, with subtle reddish and chocolate undertones. Depending on the lighting, it can appear more wine red, mahogany, or dark brown. Details: • Made in Italy • Mill: Lanificio dell’Olivo S.p.A. • 2/16 nm • Approximately length: 6,000 m • Cone weight: approximately 869 g • Colour: Deep Burgundy / Wine Brown / Mahogany • Soft, warm and beautifully fuzzy texture The cone is very large and contains enough yarn for a substantial garment project, depending on the pattern, gauge, and number of strands used. Great for hand knitting held alone or together with another yarn, and also suitable for machine knitting depending on your machine and gauge. A beautiful Italian mill yarn if you love rich autumn colours and the luxurious halo of alpaca and kid mohair.