Description
WHAT’S HER STORY?
DROPS Melody is a soft and luxurious yarn made from superfine alpaca and merino wool. Warm and with a mohair-like look, it’s available in a sophisticated shade card ranging from soft beige and gray hues, to gorgeous pinks and reds.
Made in Peru
FAMOUS FOR…
Being so soft and light, DROPS Melody is a great choice for oversize garments as well as accessories. It knits up quickly with big needles without the piece becoming heavy and it can be used as an effect yarn together with other qualities, to give garments extra volume and softness.
YARN FACTS
COMPOSITION
71% Alpaca, 25% Merino, 4% Polyamide
SUGGESTED KNITTING NEEDLE SIZE
8 mm (US 11)
SUGGESTED CROCHET HOOK SIZE
8 MM (US K)
YARN WEIGHT
12 ply / chunky
50 grams = 140 metres (153 yards)
TENSION SWATCH
10 x 10 cm = 12 sts x 14 rows
HOW TO WASH
Hand wash with wool detergent, max 30°C, once done, roll in a clean towel to remove excess water and dry flat. Feltable
YARN COMBINATIONS
For a warm and cosy combination, with good shape stability, try working together DROPS Melody and DROPS Alpaca.
Suggested Knitting needle / crochet hook size: 9 mm