EXTRAFINE MERINO WOOL 285 LACE - Schachenmayr
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EXTRAFINE MERINO WOOL 285 LACE - Schachenmayr
Schachenmayr Extrafine Merino 285 Lace Yarn – 100% Merino Lace Yarn for Shawls
100% Extrafine Virgin Merino Wool | 50g – 285m | Refined Shawls and Lace
📋 Main features
- Composition100% Pure Extrafine Virgin Merino Wool
- Skein weight50 grams
- Length285 meters
- Recommended needlesn° 2 – 2.25 – 2.75 – 3 mm
- Recommended crochet hookn° 2 – 2.25 – 2.75 – 3 mm
- WashingMachine washable at 30°C, tumble dryer safe
- Ideal forShawls, stoles, lace, openwork patterns
- Approximate yieldA medium shawl requires 3-4 skeins
🧵 The yarn
Schachenmayr Extrafine Merino 285 Lace is a premium lace yarn, specifically developed for those who love creating refined shawls, elegant stoles, and delicate lace. Made from 100% pure extrafine virgin merino wool, this yarn combines the silky softness of high-quality merino fiber with the strength and shape retention typical of Schachenmayr's multi-ply structure.
Each 50-gram skein offers a full 285 meters of fine, smooth yarn, perfect for knitting with 2 to 3 mm needles or crocheting with the same size. The lace weight allows you to create openwork patterns, lace stitches, and airy projects that highlight the beauty of the design without weighing down the garment.
🧬 Technical composition: why it works
Extrafine merino wool is a natural fiber selected for its small diameter (under 19.5 microns), which makes it incredibly soft to the touch and free from the "prickly" feel typical of traditional wools. This characteristic makes it ideal for garments in direct contact with the skin, such as shawls and stoles worn over elegant outfits or bare skin.
The patented multi-ply structure by Schachenmayr, composed of a greater number of individual twisted plies compared to traditional merino yarns, gives the yarn superior strength and better shape retention over time. This means that your shawls and lace will retain their beauty even after numerous washes, without losing their shape or definition in the openwork stitches.
📦 Skein size and yield
With 50 grams and 285 meters per skein, this lace yarn offers a generous length that allows you to create medium-to-large projects without having to manage too many joins. A medium-sized triangular shawl requires approximately 3-4 skeins, while a wide rectangular stole requires 4-5 skeins depending on the chosen stitch.
For smaller projects such as boleros, shawls, or openwork accessories, a single skein may be sufficient. We recommend purchasing all the skeins needed for your project at once to ensure they come from the same dye lot and guarantee perfect color uniformity.
🧶 Recommended work
The recommended needles range from n° 2 to 3 mm, with 2.5 mm being the ideal size for achieving an airy yet defined fabric, perfect for highlighting openwork patterns and lace stitches. Thinner needles (2-2.25 mm) create a more compact and structured fabric, ideal for lace that needs to hold its shape; larger needles (2.75-3 mm) produce a softer and more fluid drape, perfect for enveloping shawls.
The yarn is also compatible with crochet in the same sizes, allowing you to create doilies, openwork borders, and crocheted patterns with excellent definition. Schachenmayr's Easy-Start feature, with the yarn tail already secured to the band, eliminates the frustration of having to find the beginning of the skein and allows you to start working immediately.
✨ Why choose Extrafine Merino 285 Lace
Unlike many wool lace yarns that require delicate hand washing, this extrafine merino yarn is machine washable at 30°C and tumble dryer safe, a rare feature for a yarn of this quality. This makes it perfect for those who want to create elegant yet practical garments to care for, without compromising on the beauty and refinement of natural fiber.
The availability in solid and gradient colors offers endless creative possibilities: solid colors are perfect for highlighting the complexity of openwork stitches, while gradient variants automatically create breathtaking color effects without having to change skeins or manage complex colorwork.
🎨 What you can create
This lace yarn was developed specifically for elegant shawls, refined stoles, and delicate lace, but its versatility also makes it suitable for boleros for special occasions, openwork summer tops, accessories such as light scarves and foulards, and decorations such as doilies and crocheted borders.
👩🎨 Who it is suitable for
This lace yarn requires a certain level of experience in working with fine yarns and reading openwork patterns. It is recommended for those who are already familiar with knitting needles or crochet and want to try intermediate-to-advanced projects. The fineness of the yarn requires attention and precision, but the final result more than makes up for the effort.
It is the ideal choice for shawl and lace enthusiasts, for those who love creating elegant garments for special occasions, and for those looking for a premium quality yarn that combines aesthetic beauty with practical maintenance. Also perfect for those who want to create high-quality handmade gifts.
🧼 Maintenance and care
- WashingMachine washable at 30°C, wool delicate cycle
- BleachingDo not bleach
- SpinningDelicate spin cycle, max 400 rpm
- DryingTumble dryer safe at low temperature
- IroningIron at low temperature if necessary
- StorageStore in a dry place, away from direct light
📌 Important note
The stated length (285 metres) may have a tolerance of ±5% compared to the declared value, in accordance with production standards for natural fibres. Colours may vary slightly between different dye lots: for projects requiring multiple skeins, we recommend purchasing the entire quantity needed at once to ensure perfect colour consistency. Always check the lot number on the label.
📊 Technical data summary
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