Cotton LANDSCAPE - Laines du Nord

LANDSCAPE Cotton Laines du Nord – Limited Edition Organic Cotton and Soy Yarn

50% Organic Cotton + 50% Soy Fiber | 100g – 280m | Blended Impressionist Effect

📋 Main features

• Composition50% organic cotton – 50% soy fiber
• Skein weight100 grams
• Yardageapproximately 280 meters
• Recommended needlesn° 3.0 – 3.5 mm
• Recommended crochet hookn° 3.25 – 3.5 mm
• Washing30° delicate cycle, no bleach
• Ideal forSweaters, shawls, summer tops
• Approximate yield4 skeins for a size 42/44 sweater

🧵 The yarn

LANDSCAPE Cotton by Laines du Nord is a limited edition yarn that combines sustainability and creativity in a 100-gram skein. The 50% organic cotton and 50% soy fiber composition creates a completely natural plant-based yarn, designed for those seeking eco-friendly materials without compromising on Made in Italy quality. The shades of color blend during the knitting process, creating a unique impressionist effect where every garment becomes a landscape to wear.

With 280 meters per skein, this yarn is easy to work with both on 3–3.5 mm knitting needles and with a 3.25–3.5 mm crochet hook. Its soft, smooth texture also makes it suitable for those with intermediate experience, allowing you to create lightweight summer garments, openwork shawls, and creative accessories with a professional, refined finish.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The organic cotton that makes up 50% of this yarn comes from certified organic farms, with no chemical treatments from sowing to harvest. This ensures a naturally hypoallergenic fiber that is breathable and cool against the skin. Organic cotton absorbs body moisture, keeping you dry even on the hottest days, which is why it is chosen for summer garments worn all day, from sweaters and tops to beach shawls.

The 50% soy fiber adds a silky softness and unique thermoregulating properties: it keeps you cool during the day and provides gentle warmth on cooler evenings. This plant-based fiber, extracted from soy proteins, gives the yarn a natural sheen and a velvety feel. The cotton-soy combination creates a perfect balance of durability, comfort, and sustainability, ideal for those seeking an eco-friendly yarn without compromising on craftsmanship quality.

📦 Skein format and yield

Each skein weighs 100 grams and offers approximately 280 meters of yarn. With a single skein, you can create a lightweight shawl, a beach stole, or a small summer top. The yield is excellent: a size 42/44 long-sleeved sweater requires 4 skeins, while a tank top or sleeveless top needs 2–3, depending on the style and chosen technique.

As this is a blended yarn with a landscape effect, it is important to purchase all the skeins needed for the project from the same dye lot to ensure continuity in the shades. Natural blends can vary slightly between lots, so we recommend calculating the total quantity before purchasing and ordering an extra skein for any finishing touches or future repairs.

🧶 Recommended technique

For knitting, the recommended needles are n° 3.0 – 3.5 mm. This size creates a soft yet compact fabric, ideal for summer garments that hold their shape without feeling stiff. With 3 mm needles, you get a tighter knit, perfect for structured sweaters and cardigans; with 3.5 mm needles, the fabric becomes airier and lighter, ideal for openwork shawls and summer tops. The impressionist effect of the blends is best expressed in simple stitches such as garter or stockinette, where the color can shine without being covered by overly elaborate stitches.

For crochet, use 3.25 – 3.5 mm hooks to create tops, summer bags, and accessories with defined texture. The yarn glides easily over the hook thanks to the soy fiber, making the process smooth even for more complex projects. It is suitable for both beginners who want to experiment with natural yarns and experienced crafters seeking a versatile material for original creations. The shades alternate naturally during the process, creating a landscape effect without the need to change colors manually.

✨ Why choose LANDSCAPE Cotton

Unlike standard pure cotton summer yarns, LANDSCAPE solves the stiffness typical of cotton thanks to soy fiber, which adds softness and a natural drape. While other eco-friendly yarns can feel rough or difficult to work with, this maintains a silky texture that makes the process enjoyable and the final garment comfortable to wear. It is not just dyed cotton: the blended impressionist effect is achieved using a dyeing technique that naturally blends the shades without harsh transitions, creating a unique artistic result.

In everyday life, anyone wearing a garment made with LANDSCAPE will immediately notice its freshness and breathability, even on the hottest days. The yarn does not retain sweat, dries quickly, and maintains a lightweight feel against the skin. The thermoregulating properties of soy fiber make a difference on cooler summer evenings, when a top or shawl made from this yarn offers natural comfort without the need for extra layers. It is the ideal choice for those seeking genuine sustainability, not just claimed, with organic certifications and Made in Italy production.

🎨 What you can create

LANDSCAPE is perfect for summer sweaters and tops with simple stitches that highlight the color effect. Ideal for lightweight, enveloping beach shawls and stoles, openwork cardigans for summer evenings, spring tank tops with thin straps, and durable, colorful eco-friendly bags. You can also create beach cover-ups, knitted pareos, hair accessories, and small creative projects such as decorative potholders or coasters.

👩‍🎨 Who it is suitable for

This yarn is suitable for those with an intermediate level of experience in knitting or crochet, but motivated beginners can also work with it successfully thanks to its smooth texture. The soft texture forgives minor tension errors, and the final result is always appealing. It does not require complex techniques to showcase: even simple stockinette or garter stitches highlight the impressionist effect of the blends.

It is typically purchased by hobbyists seeking sustainable yarns for creative summer projects, artisans who make custom garments with certified eco-friendly materials, and those who love gifting unique, high-quality handmade creations. It is also perfect for those who sell on online platforms and are looking for Made in Italy yarns with significant added value in terms of sustainability and design. If sustainability is your lifestyle, this limited edition yarn is a valuable ally for your creations.

🧼 Care and maintenance

• Washing30° delicate cycle, hand washing preferred
• BleachingDo not bleach
• SpinningLow speed or avoid
• DryingLay flat horizontally
• IroningLow temperature, no direct steam
• StorageKeep away from heat sources and direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary