Metallic Yarn GLOBO LUX Miss Tricot | 150g 600m - Needles 3.5mm

GLOBO LUX Miss Tricot Filati Wool – Mulesing-Free Metallic Wool Yarn 150g 600m

95% Mulesing-Free Wool + 5% Metallic Polyester | 150g – 600m | Needles 3.5-4mm

📋 Key features

• Composition95% Mulesing-Free Wool – 5% Metallic Polyester
• Ball weight150g
• Yardageapprox. 600m
• Recommended needles3.5 – 4mm
• Recommended hook3.5 – 4mm
• WashingHand wash max 30°C, do not spin
• Ideal forSweaters, cardigans, shawls and elegant accessories
• Indicative yield1 ball = scarf/shawl, 2-3 balls = size 44/46 sweater

🧵 The yarn

GLOBO LUX Miss Tricot Filati Wool is a metallic wool yarn designed for those who seek warm garments with a touch of sparkle. Its composition combines 95% mulesing-free wool for the natural softness of animal fiber and 5% metallic polyester which provides elegant and discreet reflections, perfect for creations to wear every day or on special occasions. The result is a yarn that warms like traditional wool but adds that luminous detail that makes all the difference.

Each 150g jumbo ball offers approximately 600 meters of yarn, a generous yield that allows you to create medium to large projects with just a few balls. It can be worked with 3.5-4mm needles or a 3.5-4mm crochet hook, ideal for both simple stitches and more elaborate techniques like light cables, seed stitch, or ribs.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The mulesing-free wool, which makes up 95% of the yarn, ensures natural warmth, breathability, and softness to the touch. It comes from farms that respect animal welfare, without the practice of mulesing, an ethical choice increasingly sought after by knitters and crocheters. Wool absorbs moisture, keeping the body dry, regulates body temperature, and offers that enveloping sensation typical of quality natural fibers.

The 5% metallic polyester is not just an aesthetic detail: it adds luminous reflections that catch the light without making the yarn heavy or stiff. This LUX effect is discreet and elegant, perfect for garments that want to stand out without being excessive. Metallic polyester also slightly increases the yarn's durability, reducing the risk of pilling and improving the longevity of finished garments.

📦 Ball format and yield

With a weight of 150g and a length of 600 meters, each ball of GLOBO LUX Wool offers exceptional yield. A single ball is enough to make a long scarf or a medium-sized shawl. For a women's sweater size 44/46, approximately 2-3 balls are needed, while for accessories like hats, cowls, or gloves, one ball or less is sufficient.

This generous yield makes the yarn economical relative to the yardage offered and reduces the number of joins needed during knitting, ensuring a cleaner and more uniform result. We always recommend purchasing all necessary balls in the same order to ensure color lot continuity, especially for large projects.

🧶 Recommended working

The 3.5-4mm needle size is ideal for this yarn because it creates a soft yet compact fabric, perfect for winter garments that need to be warm without being too heavy. With 3.5mm needles, you get a denser knit, suitable for structured sweaters and cardigans; with 4mm needles, the fabric becomes softer and drapes beautifully, perfect for shawls and light accessories. The choice depends on the desired effect and personal tension.

The yarn also works well with a 3.5-4mm crochet hook, ideal for openwork stitches, fan shawls, or accessories with elaborate textures. The metallic effect stands out particularly in open stitches, where light can play with reflections. Suitable for both beginners (simple stitches like ribs or garter stitch) and experienced crafters who want to experiment with cables, twists, or openwork stitches.

✨ Why choose GLOBO LUX Wool

Compared to the standard version of Globo Miss Tricot (100% wool), the LUX version adds a metallic effect while maintaining the softness and warmth of natural wool. This makes it perfect for those who want warm winter garments with a luminous detail that also makes them suitable for more elegant occasions. It's not an overly "evening" yarn, but a perfect compromise between everyday practicality and refinement.

The mulesing-free choice addresses a growing concern for animal welfare, without sacrificing fiber quality. The yarn is Made in Italy, guaranteeing production continuity and controlled quality. The yield of 600 meters per ball makes it economical and practical, reducing the number of balls needed and simplifying color lot management.

🎨 What you can create

GLOBO LUX Wool is versatile and lends itself to many projects: sweaters and cardigans for winter, elegant shawls for evenings, refined accessories like hats and cowls. The metallic effect makes it particularly suitable for creations that want to stand out, also perfect as quality handmade gifts.

👩‍🎨 Who is it suitable for

This yarn is suitable for both beginners who want to create simple projects with an elegant result (the yarn works well and the metallic effect enhances even basic stitches), and experienced crafters who are looking for a quality yarn for more complex work such as cables, twists, or openwork stitches where the luminous effect can be utilized to its full potential.

Those who buy it typically seek a wool yarn with character, one that isn't just plain wool but adds that extra touch without being excessive. Perfect for hobbyists who want wearable garments, artisans who sell handmade creations, or anyone looking for a special handmade gift using quality materials.

🧼 Maintenance and care

• WashingHand wash in lukewarm water max 30°C
• BleachingDo not bleach
• Spin dryingDo not spin dry
• DryingLay flat to dry away from heat sources
• IroningIron at low temperature if necessary
• StorageStore in a dry place, away from humidity and moths

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary