FLORA Wool - DROPS: Alpaca and Wool - 50 g
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FLORA Wool - DROPS: Alpaca and Wool - 50 g
FLORA DROPS Wool – Alpaca and Wool Yarn 50g 210m 3mm Needles
35% Super Fine Alpaca + 65% Peruvian Wool | 50g – 210m | DROPS A-Group
📋 Main features
- Composition35% super fine alpaca, 65% Peruvian highland wool
- Skein weight50g
- Lengthapproximately 210 meters
- Recommended needles3.0 mm
- Recommended crochet hook3.0 mm (some work with 2.5mm for a tighter texture)
- WashingHand wash max 30°C, dry flat
- Ideal forNordic patterns, blankets, sweaters, cardigans
- Yarn groupDROPS A-Group (compatible with hundreds of free patterns)
🧵 The yarn
FLORA DROPS Wool is a premium yarn made with 35% super fine alpaca and 65% Peruvian highland wool, designed for those looking for a warm, soft, and shape-stable skein. It is the finest version of the famous DROPS Lima, perfect for those who love working with 3mm needles and want a delicate yet long-lasting result.
Each 50g skein offers approximately 210 meters of yarn, an excellent yield for medium-sized projects such as baby blankets, lightweight sweaters, or winter accessories. Thanks to its balanced structure, FLORA DROPS is easy to work with both needles and crochet, maintaining even tension and a professional appearance.
🧬 Technical composition: why it works
Super fine alpaca (35%) is the fiber that gives FLORA its characteristic softness and natural shine. Unlike traditional wool, alpaca does not contain lanolin, making it hypoallergenic and pleasant even for the most sensitive skin. This fiber offers superior thermal insulation — it is seven times warmer than ordinary wool — while remaining lightweight and breathable, ideal for garments that need to keep you warm without weighing you down.
Peruvian highland wool (65%) provides structure, elasticity, and shape stability. This high-altitude wool, sourced from sheep raised in natural conditions, gives the yarn wear resistance and the ability to maintain the garment's beauty even after numerous washes. The balance between alpaca and wool makes FLORA DROPS perfect for multicolored projects, where stitch definition and color clarity are essential.
📦 Skein size and yield
With 50g and 210 meters per skein, FLORA DROPS offers a generous yield for its category. A single skein is enough to make a baby hat or a pair of neck warmers; for a standard-sized baby blanket (approximately 70x90 cm), you will need approximately 6-8 skeins, while a size M women's sweater requires about 10-12 skeins, depending on the pattern and tension.
Important: as with all yarn dyed in a color bath, shades may vary slightly from one batch to another. For large projects, we recommend purchasing all the necessary skeins at once, checking that they belong to the same dyelot (indicated on the band). This ensures perfect color uniformity in the finished garment.
🧶 Recommended working
DROPS recommends 3.0 mm needles to achieve a gauge of 24 stitches x 32 rows on 10x10 cm. This size is ideal because it allows the yarn to express its natural softness without being too compact or too loose. If you prefer a denser and more structured texture — particularly suitable for blankets or garments that need to hold their shape — you can use 2.5 mm needles, as suggested by many experienced hobbyists.
FLORA DROPS 3.0 mm crochet hook performs excellently, offering defined and even stitches, perfect for openwork patterns, granny squares, or medium-sized amigurumi projects. The yarn is suitable for both beginners — thanks to its smooth flow and good stitch visibility — and experienced hobbyists looking for a reliable material for complex projects such as traditional Fair Isle Nordic patterns.
✨ Why choose FLORA DROPS Wool
Compared to other alpaca-wool blend yarns, FLORA DROPS stands out for its superior shape stability. Many yarns with a high percentage of alpaca tend to relax after washing or prolonged use; FLORA, thanks to its structured Peruvian wool content, maintains the garment's original tension, preventing unsightly deformations. This makes it particularly suitable for projects that need to last over time, such as baby blankets or sweaters worn frequently.
In everyday life, the difference is immediately noticeable: garments made with FLORA DROPS are warm without making you sweat, thanks to alpaca's natural thermoregulation, and remain soft even after numerous washes. The Oeko-Tex Standard 100 Class II certification guarantees that the yarn is safe for direct contact with the skin, even for children and sensitive skin — a detail that is not to be taken lightly in this price range.
🎨 What you can make
FLORA DROPS is the yarn of choice for multicolored patterns, particularly traditional Fair Isle and jacquard Nordic patterns. Its excellent stitch definition and color clarity allow you to achieve sharp, professional designs. It is also perfect for warm, cozy blankets, mid-season sweaters and pullovers, outdoor cardigans, and winter accessories such as scarves, hats, and gloves.
👩🎨 Who it is suitable for
FLORA DROPS is a yarn suitable for both beginners and experienced hobbyists. Its smooth flow and good stitch visibility make it easy to work with even for those who are new to knitting or crochet; at the same time, the quality of the fiber and shape stability meet the needs of those looking for a professional material for complex projects.
This yarn is particularly appreciated by those who make baby blankets and accessories, thanks to the Oeko-Tex certification and the hypoallergenic softness of alpaca. It is also chosen by hobbyists who sell their handmade creations, because it offers an excellent value for money and belongs to the DROPS A-Group, with free access to hundreds of professional patterns on the official DROPS Design website.
🧼 Maintenance and care
- WashingHand wash, maximum temperature 30°C
- BleachingDo not bleach
- SpinningAvoid strong spinning
- DryingDry flat on a level surface
- IroningDo not iron or iron at a low temperature
- StorageStore in a dry place away from direct light
📌 Important note
The stated length (210m) is approximate and may vary slightly from ball to ball. Color shades may differ between different dye lots: for large projects, buy all the balls you need at once, checking that they belong to the same dyelot (indicated on the band). FLORA DROPS can be felted: if you want a more compact and warm effect, you can proceed with a controlled wash in hot water. This yarn belongs to the DROPS Group A and can be combined with DROPS Kid Silk for a softer and fluffier effect.
📊 Technical data summary
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