MOVIDA Cotton - Tropical Lane
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MOVIDA Cotton - Tropical Lane
MOVIDA Cotton by Tropical Lane – Summer Blend Yarn 50g 125m
35% Cotton 45% Viscose 20% Linen | 50g – 125m | Needles 3-3.5mm Crochet hook 3mm
📋 Key features
- Composition35% cotton – 45% viscose – 20% linen
- Ball weight50 grams
- LengthApprox. 125 meters
- Recommended needles3.0 – 3.5 mm
- Recommended crochet hook3.0 mm
- WashingHand wash at 30°C, dry flat
- Ideal forLight summer garments and accessories
- Approx. yield1 size S top or 2 pot holders per ball
🧵 The yarn
MOVIDA Cotton by Tropical Lane is a summer blend yarn designed for those seeking natural freshness and a refined texture. The 35% cotton, 45% viscose, 20% linen blend creates the perfect balance of breathability, softness, and stitch definition. Produced entirely in Italy, this yarn combines Italian artisanal tradition with the quality of selected natural fibers.
Each 50-gram ball provides approximately 125 meters of yarn, ideal for working with 3-3.5mm needles or a 3mm crochet hook. The lightweight structure and natural texture make this yarn perfect for summer apparel, accessories, and creative projects that require an elegant look and a pleasant feel.
🧬 Technical composition: why it works
The 45% viscose is the main fiber of this yarn, bringing silky softness and a slight sheen that enhances every stitch. Viscose gives the yarn a fluid texture that feels pleasant against the skin, making it ideal for summer garments worn directly on the body, such as tops and tank tops. Furthermore, viscose improves stitch definition, making even delicate patterns clearly visible.
The 35% cotton ensures breathability and durability, while the 20% linen adds that characteristic natural texture and extra freshness on warmer days. Linen absorbs moisture rapidly and dries quickly, keeping the garment fresh even in high temperatures. This combination of fibers creates a complete summer yarn suitable for both fashion projects and refined handmade creations.
📦 Ball format and yield
Each ball weighs 50 grams and provides approximately 125 meters of yarn. With one ball, you can make a size S summer top, two kitchen pot holders, or a small accessory like a clutch. The yield of 2.5 meters per gram is typical for medium-weight summer blend yarns, perfect for projects requiring lightness without sacrificing structure.
For larger projects like cardigans or shawls, estimate about 6-8 balls for a size M. We recommend purchasing the full required amount at once: color dye lots may have slight variations, and having balls from the same lot ensures color uniformity in the finished garment.
🧶 Recommended crafting
The recommended needles are 3.0 – 3.5 mm. This size is ideal for achieving a light yet compact fabric, perfect for summer items that need to maintain their shape without feeling heavy. With 3mm needles, you get a denser knit suitable for structured tops; with 3.5mm needles, the fabric is softer and drapes better, ideal for shawls and stoles. The reference gauge is 10x10 cm = 23 stitches x 34 rows in stockinette stitch.
When using a 3mm crochet hook, the yarn works beautifully for bags, summer hats, and accessories. The natural texture of linen and the sheen of viscose create an interesting visual effect even with simple stitches like single or double crochet. For beginners, this yarn is easy to handle thanks to its regular tension and good drape.
✨ Why choose MOVIDA Cotton
Compared to 100% cotton yarns, MOVIDA offers a more interesting texture and superior softness thanks to the viscose. Compared to synthetic summer yarns, it guarantees natural breathability and comfort against the skin even on the hottest days. The presence of linen adds that characteristic freshness that pure cotton-viscose yarns lack, making it ideal for those seeking a complete summer yarn.
In everyday life, a garment made with MOVIDA stands out for its lightness and how it naturally drapes on the body. The texture is not flat like that of pure cotton, but features a slight irregularity provided by the linen, making every creation unique and artisanal in character.
🎨 What you can make
MOVIDA is perfect for summer apparel like tops, tank tops, lightweight cardigans, and short-sleeved shirts. Thanks to its natural texture and stitch definition, it is also suitable for shawls, stoles, and fashion accessories such as bags and hats. The combination of natural fibers makes it appropriate even for summer home decor projects like cushion covers and table runners.
👩🎨 Suitable for whom
This yarn is suitable for both beginners and experts. The regular tension and good drape make the crafting experience pleasant even for those approaching mixed-fiber yarns for the first time. The stitch definition makes it easy to see the work progress, facilitating the correction of any errors.
MOVIDA is chosen by hobbyists looking for a quality Made in Italy summer yarn, by artisans making commissioned garments, and by those who love working with natural fibers. The refined texture also makes it perfect for elegant handmade gifts.
🧼 Maintenance and care
- WashingHand wash 30°C, cold water preferable
- BleachingDo not bleach
- Spin cycleAvoid, squeeze gently
- DryingDry flat away from heat sources
- IroningWarm iron, preferably steam
- StorageIn a dry place, away from direct light
📌 Important note
The stated yardage (125m) may have a tolerance of ±5% as per production standards. Colors may vary slightly between different production batches. For projects requiring multiple balls, we recommend purchasing the entire required quantity at once to ensure color uniformity. The presence of linen may create slight irregularities in the yarn's texture, a natural characteristic of the fiber that gives the finished product authenticity.
📊 Technical data summary
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