Lux Sugar Cane Viscose - Miss Tricot Filati

Miss Tricot Filati Sugarcane Viscose Lux – Summer Viscose Lurex Yarn

97% sugarcane viscose + 3% metallic polyester | 50g – 145m | Needles 3-3.5mm

📋 Main features

• Composition97% sugarcane viscose – 3% metallic polyester
• Ball Weight50 grams
• Yardageapprox. 145 meters
• Recommended needles3.0 – 3.5mm
• Recommended crochet hook3.0 – 3.5mm
• WashingHand wash delicate 30°C
• Ideal forElegant summer garments, ceremonies, glamour accessories
• Approximate yieldWomen's top size M with 3-4 balls

🧵 The yarn

Sugarcane Viscose Lux by Miss Tricot Filati is a fresh summer yarn designed for those seeking sustainable elegance. The 97% sugarcane viscose offers a silky and fluid touch, while the 3% metallic polyester adds a discreet yet refined lurex effect, perfect for garments that need to sparkle without excess. It is the ideal yarn for hobbyists and artisans looking to create pieces for ceremonies, special events, or simply summer garments with a touch of glamour.

The 50-gram ball offers approximately 145 meters of yarn, workable with 3-3.5mm needles or crochet hooks. The 4-ply twisted structure ensures ease of working for both beginners and experts, making every stitch smooth and uniform. The solid, lustrous colors enhance the natural brilliance of the lurex without being overly flashy.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

Sugarcane viscose is a regenerated vegetable fiber with a low environmental impact, obtained from sugarcane processing waste. Compared to traditional viscose, sugarcane viscose requires fewer water resources and fewer chemicals during production. The result is a silk-soft yarn with a fluid, draping hand that adapts perfectly to the body, ideal for summer garments that need to be cool and breathable without sacrificing elegance.

The 3% metallic polyester adds the lurex effect that makes this yarn perfect for special occasions. It is not an excessive shine: it is a subtle reflection that catches the light elegantly, perfect for ceremonies, evening events, or garments that need to stand out without being too showy. The low percentage maintains the softness and freshness of the viscose, avoiding any stiffness or discomfort against the skin.

📦 Ball format and yield

Each ball weighs 50 grams and contains approximately 145 meters of yarn. With one ball, you can make small accessories like headbands, crochet bracelets, or decorations. For a women's top size M, you need about 3-4 balls, while 6-8 are needed for a light cardigan, depending on the design and desired fit. The yield is excellent considering the lightness of the yarn, allowing you to create large, fluid garments without extra weight.

For larger projects, we recommend purchasing all necessary balls at once, preferably from the same dye lot. Differences between lots can be minimal but visible on large surfaces, especially with lustrous yarns like this. Always keep the dye lot label for any future purchases.

🧶 Recommended crafting

3-3.5mm needles are the ideal size for this yarn because they create a compact yet non-stiff fabric, perfect for summer garments that need to hold their shape without feeling heavy. With smaller needles, the fabric becomes too dense and loses the natural fluidity of the viscose; with larger needles, you risk creating a fabric that is too loose and fails to highlight the lurex effect. The 3-3.5mm size is the perfect balance between structure and lightness.

With a 3-3.5mm crochet hook, the yarn is well-suited for openwork patterns, fans, shells, and all those techniques that enhance the brilliance of the lurex through play of light and transparency. The 4-ply twisted structure makes the thread smooth and easy to handle even for beginners. Avoid overly compact stitches: this yarn performs best with airy designs that allow the fiber to breathe.

✨ Why choose Sugarcane Viscose Lux

Compared to other viscose lurex yarns on the market, this Miss Tricot Filati product stands out for its price-quality ratio and the sustainability of the fiber. Many affordable lurex yarns use traditional, high-impact viscose and excessively high percentages of metallic thread, making the yarn stiff and irritating to the skin. Here, you get a silk-like effect at a low cost with measured brilliance, perfect for those who want elegance without compromise.

In everyday life, this yarn allows you to create garments you can truly wear: they aren't just display projects, but dresses, tops, and accessories that withstand use and maintain their beauty over time. Sugarcane viscose is more durable than standard viscose and less prone to deformation. It is an investment that pays off in durability and satisfaction.

🎨 What you can make

This yarn is perfect for elegant ceremony attire: evening dresses, wedding guest tops, and light cardigans for special events. The discreet brilliance of the lurex also makes it suitable for glamour accessories such as shawls, stoles, evening bags, and crochet clutches. Thanks to the freshness of the viscose, you can also use it for refined summer clothing: openwork tops, shrugs, kimonos, and precious baby blankets.

👩‍🎨 Who it is for

This yarn is suitable for both beginners and experts. The 4-ply twisted structure makes for smooth, uniform working without knots or irregularities that can challenge newcomers. At the same time, the fiber quality and lurex effect satisfy even the most demanding artisans who seek premium materials for professional creations.

Who typically buys it? Hobbyists preparing garments for ceremonies (weddings, baptisms, communions), artisans who sell on Etsy or at handmade markets, and those looking for a quality handmade gift. It is also perfect for anyone who wants to build a sustainable summer wardrobe without sacrificing elegance.

🧼 Maintenance and care

• WashingHand wash delicate 30°C, cold or lukewarm water
• BleachingDo not bleach
• Spin dryingAvoid spin drying, squeeze gently
• DryingLay flat to dry away from heat sources
• IroningIron at low temperature on the reverse side, avoid direct contact with lurex
• StorageStore folded in a dry place, away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical summary