Cotton-Merino Wool - DROPS
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Cotton Merino DROPS – Superwash Merino Wool and Cotton Yarn, 50g 110m
50% Superwash Merino Wool + 50% Cotton | 50g – 110m | 4mm Knitting Needles and Crochet Hook
📋 Key features
- Composition50% superwash merino wool + 50% cotton
- Ball weight50 grams
- Length110 metres
- Recommended knitting needles4.0 mm
- Recommended crochet hook4.0 mm
- WashingMachine wash at 40°C on a gentle cycle, dry flat
- Ideal forFour-season sweaters, baby clothes, cables and textured patterns
- Approximate yieldOne ball makes a baby hat or 1/4 of an adult sweater
🧵 The yarn
Cotton Merino DROPS is a DK weight yarn (category B) combining 50% extra-fine superwash merino wool and 50% long-staple cotton. Designed for those looking for a versatile, all-season yarn, it combines the temperature-regulating softness of merino wool with the breathable freshness of cotton. The merino wool comes from free-range farms in South America, while the cotton is selected for its fibre length and strength.
Each ball weighs 50 grams and contains approximately 110 metres of yarn. It is worked with 4.0 mm knitting needles or a crochet hook, with a tension of 21 stitches x 28 rows over a 10x10 cm swatch. The cable-spun construction (made from many fine plies) provides elasticity, roundness and excellent stitch definition, making it ideal for cables, moss stitch and textured patterns.
🧬 Technical composition: why it works
The extra-fine superwash merino wool (50%) has been treated to be machine washable without felting, while retaining its softness and gentleness against the skin. The superwash treatment makes it suitable for babies and sensitive skin, providing itch-free comfort. Merino wool regulates body temperature: it retains warmth when needed while allowing the skin to breathe in warmer months, making it perfect for four-season garments.
The long-staple cotton (50%) adds freshness, breathability and durability. Long fibres mean less pilling and greater longevity. Cotton Merino DROPS does not card the wool and cotton together: the two fibres are processed separately and then spun together, creating a barber-pole effect (a two-colour spiral) that brings out the qualities of each fibre and produces brighter, more even colours.
📦 Ball size and yield
Each 50-gram ball contains approximately 110 metres of yarn. One ball can make a baby hat, a pair of booties or around 1/4 of a size M adult sweater. A women's size M sweater takes an average of 8–10 balls, a cardigan 10–12 balls, and a baby blanket 6–8 balls.
Length may vary slightly between production batches (±5% tolerance). For projects requiring multiple balls, we recommend buying the full quantity at once to ensure consistent colour and batch. Colours may vary slightly between dye lots.
🧶 Recommended tools
Work Cotton Merino DROPS with 4.0 mm knitting needles to achieve a tension of 21 stitches x 28 rows over 10x10 cm. This size is ideal because the yarn's cable-spun construction calls for slightly tighter tension than other DK yarns: working at a firm tension (rather than a loose one) ensures well-defined stitches, fabric stability and helps prevent the garment from stretching over time. If your tension is loose, the garment may lose its shape after washing.
A 4.0 mm crochet hook creates a firm fabric, perfect for amigurumi, textured blankets and accessories. Stitch definition is excellent: cables, cable patterns, moss stitch and lace patterns all look crisp and professional. Suitable for beginners (easy to work with and slides smoothly on the needles) as well as experienced crafters (it responds beautifully to advanced techniques).
✨ Why choose Cotton Merino DROPS
If you're looking for yarn for garments that work all year round, Cotton Merino solves the problem of seasonality: it's neither too warm in summer nor too cool in winter. The cotton-merino blend creates a breathable texture that regulates temperature, unlike 100% acrylic yarn (which isn't breathable) or 100% cotton (which doesn't provide warmth). It's the ideal choice for spring sweaters, autumn cardigans and baby clothes that need to work in environments with changing temperatures.
The superwash treatment makes it machine washable at 40°C on a gentle cycle, a real advantage for those making children's clothes or everyday garments. No handwashing required; it won't felt or shrink if cared for correctly. The Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class I certification guarantees that it is free from harmful substances: it has been tested and approved for garments in direct contact with the skin of babies aged 0–3 years.
🎨 What you can make
Cotton Merino DROPS is perfect for four-season sweaters and cardigans, baby and children's clothes (Class I certified), projects with cables and textured patterns (with excellent stitch definition), baby blankets, and everyday accessories such as lightweight scarves, hats, socks and gloves.
👩🎨 Who it's for
Suitable for both beginners (it slides smoothly on the needles, doesn't split easily and is easy to keep at an even tension) and experienced knitters (it responds beautifully to advanced techniques such as complex cables, intarsia and lace patterns). Stitch definition is so crisp that even new knitters can achieve professional results.
A popular choice with those making baby and children's clothes (Oeko-Tex Class I certified), crafters looking for machine-washable yarn for everyday garments, and makers who sell handmade creations and need a versatile, high-quality yarn available in a wide range of colours (25 shades available).
🧼 Care and maintenance
- WashingMachine wash at 40°C on a gentle cycle (superwash)
- Fabric softenerDo not use (it damages the fibres)
- SoakingNever leave to soak
- DryingLay flat to dry (never hang or spin-dry at high speed)
- Tumble dryerNo (damages elasticity)
- StorageIn a dry place, away from direct light
📌 Important note
Meterage may vary slightly between batches (±5% tolerance). Colors may show slight differences between dye lots. For projects requiring multiple skeins, purchase the entire quantity needed in one order to ensure consistency. Cotton Merino DROPS is not suitable for felting projects due to its superwash treatment. Always knit a tension swatch before starting your project: the cable-spun structure requires tight tension for optimal results.
📊 Technical data summary
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