GANZO Cotton-Wool - Silke
GANZO Cotton-Wool - Silke
Description
GANZO Cotton-Wool – Silke | Degradé Yarn in Cotton, Wool, and Alpaca for Soft, Stylish Garments
Silke's GANZO Cotton/Wool is a premium blend of cotton, wool, and alpaca, featuring a refined color-on-color degradé effect with attractive tweed inserts in raw cotton. Soft, warm, and lightweight against the skin, it's ideal for sweaters, cardigans, accessories, and knitted or crocheted projects that require comfort, personality, and a meticulously crafted style.
Main features of GANZO Cotton-Wool
- Composition: 50% cotton – 32% wool – 18% alpaca
- Format: 50 g ≈ 150 meters
- Recommended needles: 7 – 8 mm
- Approximate sample: 10 x 10 cm (8 mm needles) = 11 stitches x 16 rows
- Effect: Tone-on-tone degradé with tweed flaming in raw cotton
- Structure: Soft and full-bodied yarn, ideal for medium-large garments
Why choose GANZO Cotton-Wool yarn?
- Softness and comfort: the blend of wool, alpaca, and cotton creates a yarn that is extremely pleasant to the touch.
- Sophisticated color effect: the tweed degradé adds movement and depth to garments without complex techniques.
- Excellent yield: with about 4 balls you can make a complete sweater (depending on size and model).
- Versatile: ideal for both knitting and crochet, perfect for garments and accessories.
- Artisan style: the tweed effect and soft hand give an elegant and modern handmade look.
- Easy care: washable on a delicate cycle, suitable for daily use.
Ideal projects with GANZO Cotton-Wool
- Soft and comfortable sweaters and cardigans for the transitional season and winter.
- Warm and stylish scarves, neck warmers, hats and gloves .
- Cozy and decorative blankets and throws for the sofa and bedroom.
- Light but warm garments for the mid-season , thanks to the balanced mix of fibres.
- Knit or crochet projects with a handcrafted look with a tweed and degradé effect.
Tips for working and maintaining GANZO Cotton-Wool
- Work with 7–8 mm needles for voluminous yet lightweight garments.
- Choose simple stitches (stocking stitch, garter stitch, ribbing) to make the most of degradé and tweed.
- For an adult sweater you will need approximately 4 balls of yarn (variable by size/model).
- Washing: delicate program in the washing machine at maximum 30°C .
- Avoid bleaching and tumble drying; dry flat and iron at low heat.
Silke's GANZO Cotton -Wool is the ideal ally for those seeking the perfect blend of warmth, softness, and practicality . The degradé effect with tweed inserts gives each piece character, while the balanced composition makes it suitable for transitional and winter wear.
Technical Table – GANZO Cotton-Wool (Silke)
| Brand | Silke |
|---|---|
| Line | Cotton-Wool GANZO |
| Composition | 50% cotton – 32% wool – 18% alpaca |
| Weight / Length | 50 g / ~150 m |
| Recommended needles | 7 – 8 mm |
| Indicative sample | 10 x 10 cm (8 mm needles) = 11 stitches x 16 rows |
| Effect | Tone-on-tone degradé + tweed flakes in raw cotton |
| Ideal for | Sweaters, cardigans, accessories, plaids (mid-season/winter) |
| Washing | Delicate max 30°C – no bleaching – no dryer – dry flat |
Video tutorial
Watch the video to learn more about GANZO Cotton-Wool yarn and find inspiration for your next projects:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1) How many balls of yarn do you need for an adult sweater?
On average, about 4 balls of GANZO Cotton-Wool are enough for an adult sweater, but the quantity may vary depending on the size and model chosen.
2) Is the GANZO Cotton-Wool yarn also suitable for mid-season?
Yes, thanks to the mix of cotton, wool and alpaca it is perfect for the mid-season : it offers warmth without being excessively heavy.
3) Does it sting on your skin?
The presence of cotton and alpaca, combined with a soft yarn, makes the yarn comfortable on the skin . Perceptions may vary from person to person.
4) Can I wash the clothes in the washing machine?
Yes, with a delicate program at a maximum of 30°C . We recommend using a wool/delicate detergent and drying flat.
5) Is the yarn suitable for beginners?
Yes, it works well with 7–8 mm needles and is suitable for simple stitches , so it is also excellent for beginners.
6) Which projects best showcase the degradé and tweed effect?
Sweaters, cardigans, scarves, and plaids in plain knit or basic stitches highlight the degradé and tweed effect, with a sophisticated result without complicated techniques.
Shipping & Returns
SHIPPING
Packages are generally dispatched within 2 days of receipt of payment and are shipped via courier with tracking and drop-off without signature. If you prefer cash on delivery, an additional fee will apply. Whichever shipping method you choose, we will provide you with a link to track your package online.
Shipping costs include handling, packaging, and postage. Handling costs are fixed, while shipping costs vary depending on the total weight of the shipment. We recommend grouping your items into a single order. We cannot combine two separate orders, so shipping costs will be charged for each. Your package will be shipped at our risk and insured; special care is taken with fragile items.
The boxes or bags are adequately sized and your items are well protected.
In Italy, shipping is via courier.
MADE
You can return one or more purchased products within 14 business days of receiving your order. We reserve the right to refuse returns submitted after this deadline, or for items that are not in the same condition in which they were received.
Return shipping costs are the responsibility of the user.
If you wish to return an item and request a refund, you must return it within 10 days of the arrival date, with insured shipping, to the following address:
LacariaRicami.Store
Via JF Kennedy, 39
88040 - Martirano Lombardo (CZ)
Inside the package, you must include a written statement declaring your intention to return the item, along with a refund request, and attach the shipping slip to prove your purchase. You must also provide your email and telephone contact information.
LacariaRicami.Store reserves the right to refuse returns for items that are not in the same condition in which they were received or for returns shipped more than 14 days after the delivery date.
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