Lana Révélation - DMC

DMC Révélation Yarn – Multicolor Yarn 150g 520m for Knitting and Crochet

20% wool – 80% acrylic | 150g – 520m | Shawls, cardigans, scarves, and blankets

📋 Key features

• Composition20% wool – 80% acrylic
• Ball weight150g
• Yardageapprox. 520m
• Recommended needlesno. 4 (US 6)
• Recommended crochet hookno. 4 (G/6)
• WashingMachine washable 40°C, delicate cycle
• Ideal forShawls, cardigans, scarves, blankets, accessories
• Indicative gauge10x10cm swatch = 22 stitches x 28 rows

🧵 The yarn

DMC Révélation Yarn is a lightweight, durable, and soft wool-blend yarn with a stunning multicolor effect that creates automatic transitions while you work. Designed for those looking for a versatile, high-yield yarn, it combines the softness of wool with the practicality of acrylic, making it perfect for creative projects that require chromatic continuity without changing threads.

Each 150g ball offers approximately 520 meters of yarn, an exceptional yield that allows you to complete large projects with fewer joins and interruptions. Working with no. 4 needles or a no. 4 crochet hook ensures a fluid and smooth fabric, suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The 80% acrylic composition ensures resistance, ease of care, and dimensional stability over time. Acrylic maintains the garment's shape even after numerous washes, dries quickly, and does not felt, making it ideal for everyday pieces like cardigans and scarves that require frequent washing.

The 20% wool adds softness, natural warmth, and breathability. The natural fiber regulates body temperature, absorbs moisture, and gives the yarn that pleasant touch only wool can offer. This combination creates a perfect balance between comfort, practicality, and durability, making Révélation suitable for shawl, blanket, and winter accessory projects.

📦 Ball format and yield

With 150g and approximately 520 meters per ball, Révélation yarn offers a higher yield compared to standard 50g balls. A single ball is enough to make a long scarf, a wide cowl, or a small triangular shawl. For larger projects like cardigans or blankets, the continuity of the yardage reduces the number of visible joins.

For a women's size M cardigan, you need approximately 4-5 balls; for a large shawl, 2-3 balls; for a 120x150cm blanket, about 8-10 balls. We recommend purchasing all necessary balls at once to ensure color lot consistency, as shades may vary slightly between different production runs.

🧶 Recommended working method

No. 4 needles are the ideal size for this yarn because they create a balanced fabric: not too dense, not too open. This size yields a gauge of 22 stitches x 28 rows per 10x10cm, perfect for garments that need to maintain their shape while remaining soft and drapey, such as shawls and cardigans.

Excellent results are also achieved with a no. 4 crochet hook, particularly suitable for blankets, bags, and structured accessories. The yarn flows easily for both knitting and crochet, making it smooth even for beginners. The multicolor effect develops automatically without the need to switch balls, creating harmonious color sequences.

✨ Why choose DMC Révélation yarn

Unlike budget multicolor yarns that create abrupt, disharmonious transitions, DMC Révélation offers color-coordinated, graduated shades. Each color variant is designed to create naturally integrating sequences, without harsh breaks or random combinations. This means your project will look professional without needing to manually plan color changes.

Ease of care is another strong point: machine washable at 40°C, this yarn maintains its color and shape even after numerous washes. Hand washing is not required, and flat drying is not strictly necessary (though recommended to best preserve shape). It is the ideal yarn for those who want to create beautiful yet practical garments meant to be worn, not just displayed.

🎨 What you can make

Révélation yarn is especially appreciated for shawls and stoles thanks to its lightness and natural drape. The multicolor effect enhances the openwork and fan patterns typical of triangular shawls. It is also perfect for oversized cardigans, lightweight sweaters, long scarves, cowls, and snoods. For home decor, it is ideal for blankets, throws, and decorative pillows.

👩‍🎨 Who it is suitable for

This yarn is suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters. For those starting out, the regular, smooth texture facilitates the work, and the automatic multicolor effect ensures an impactful result even with simple stitches. For experienced users, it offers an interesting chromatic base to enhance with openwork stitches, cables, or textured patterns.

It is especially popular with hobbyists looking for versatile, low-maintenance yarns, those who make commissioned garments and need reliable materials, and those who love creating handmade gifts with a touch of color originality. DMC quality ensures professional results even for those selling their own creations.

🧼 Maintenance and care

• WashingMachine wash 40°C, delicate cycle
• BleachingDo not bleach
• Spin cycleGentle spin
• DryingDo not tumble dry – lay flat to dry recommended
• IroningIron at temperature 1 (low)
• StorageSeparate darks from lights – dry clean with any solvent except trichloroethylene

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary