LANA Iris Sport - Cucirini Tre Stelle

Cucirini Tre Stelle LANA Iris Sport – 4-Ply Wool Blend Yarn, Washable

70% Virgin Wool, 30% Acrylic | 50g – 150m | Needles and Crochet Hook 2.5-4mm

📋 Main features

• Composition70% Virgin Wool – 30% Acrylic
• Ball weight50g
• Yardage150 meters
• Recommended needles2.5 – 4 mm
• Recommended crochet hook2.5 – 4 mm
• WashingMachine wash at 30°C on wool cycle
• Ideal forSweaters, hats, scarves, accessories
• Approximate yield1 ball = child's scarf; 5-6 balls = size M adult sweater

🧵 The yarn

Cucirini Tre Stelle LANA Iris Sport is a wool-blend yarn designed for those seeking a versatile, soft, and easy-to-handle ball of yarn. The composition of 70% virgin wool and 30% acrylic offers the natural warmth of wool combined with the practicality of acrylic, making the yarn more durable and machine-washable without losing its softness.

Each ball weighs 50g and provides approximately 150 meters of yarn, an optimal yield for medium-sized projects. The 4-ply twist ensures consistency in knitting and significantly reduces pilling, a common problem in blended yarns. It can be worked with 2.5 to 4mm knitting needles or crochet hooks, ideal for those who prefer medium-sized gauges.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The 70% virgin wool is the main fiber of this yarn. It offers natural warmth, breathability, and that soft touch that makes finished garments pleasant to wear. Virgin wool absorbs moisture without feeling wet, retains body heat, and adapts perfectly to winter projects such as sweaters, hats, and scarves for adults and children.

The 30% acrylic steps in where wool alone might fall short: it increases resistance to wear and tear, reduces shrinkage in the wash, and lowers the final cost without compromising perceived quality. This percentage is calibrated to maintain the warm and natural character of the wool while adding daily practicality. The result is a yarn that is easily machine-washed at 30°C, dries faster than pure wool, and holds its shape over time.

📦 Ball format and yield

Each ball weighs 50g and provides approximately 150 meters of yarn. With just one ball, you can create a child's scarf or a medium-sized adult hat. For an adult size M sweater, you will need approximately 5-6 balls, while a long cardigan requires 8-10, depending on the pattern and your knitting tension.

The yield of 150 meters per 50g places this yarn in the sport/DK category, a medium weight that works up quickly without being too coarse. We recommend purchasing all the balls needed for your project in the same order to ensure color lot consistency. Minor tonal variations between different lots are normal in industrial production.

🧶 Recommended working

The recommended knitting needles range from 2.5 to 4mm. The 3mm size is the most widely used for this yarn: it provides a compact yet soft fabric, ideal for sweaters and cardigans that hold their shape without being stiff. With 2.5mm needles, you will get a denser fabric, perfect for accessories that need to protect against the wind. With 4mm needles, the fabric becomes softer and more draped, suitable for shawls and light wraps.

For crochet, the same sizes are recommended: 2.5 to 4mm. The 4-ply twist makes the yarn smooth and regular, perfect for beginners who want to learn without frustration. The yarn does not split easily while working and maintains constant tension, features also appreciated by those who crochet quickly.

✨ Why choose LANA Iris Sport

Compared to 100% wool yarns, LANA Iris Sport solves maintenance issues: it can be machine-washed at 30°C on a delicate wool cycle without risk of felting. Compared to 100% acrylic yarns, it retains the natural warmth and softness of virgin wool, offering superior comfort to the touch and during wear. The 4-ply twist is a technical detail that makes a difference: it drastically reduces pilling compared to yarns with less twist.

In daily life, this translates into garments that last longer, can be washed without worry, and maintain a neat appearance even after many uses. It is the ideal yarn for those who knit for personal use or gifts, as it combines perceived quality with practicality.

🎨 What you can create

LANA Iris Sport is perfect for everyday sweaters and cardigans, hats and scarves for adults and children, and winter accessories like gloves and cowls. Its softness makes it also suitable for baby blankets and items for small children, which require frequent washing.

👩‍🎨 Who it is for

This yarn is suitable for both beginners and experienced knitters. The 4-ply twist makes the yarn smooth and easy to handle, without splitting or tangling while working. For those just starting out, it is an excellent choice because it forgives minor tension errors and always provides an appealing final result.

It is typically purchased by hobbyists knitting for themselves or for gifts, mothers making garments for their children, and artisans who sell handmade accessories and are looking for a reliable, affordable yarn. The wide color range ensures you can always find the right shade for any project.

🧼 Maintenance and care

• WashingMachine wash 30°C on wool cycle or hand wash
• BleachingDo not bleach
• SpinningGentle spin cycle or avoid
• DryingLay flat to dry away from heat sources
• IroningWarm iron if necessary
• StorageStore in a dry place away from moths

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary