Lana SIMPATICO - Silke
Lana SIMPATICO - Silke
Description
SIMPATICO Wool – Silke | Ultra-Soft Yarn with a Shaded Stripe Effect
Silke's SIMPATICO Wool is an incredibly soft, warm, and pleasant-to-work wool blend, featuring a unique shaded striped effect that adds character and originality to every project. The cake is designed to offer a harmonious blend of colors, perfect for garments and accessories with a refined, artisanal look, without the need for complex techniques.
Main features of Lana SIMPATICO
- Composition: 57% acrylic – 33% wool – 10% alpaca
- Format: 100 g ≈ 120 meters
- Recommended needles: 7 – 9 mm
- Structure: wick yarn, voluminous and soft
- Color effect: shaded stripes with a blend of harmonious shades
- Feel: Extremely soft and comfortable on the skin
Why choose Lana SIMPATICO?
- Extraordinary softness: the combination of wool, alpaca and acrylic makes the yarn soft and pleasant to wear.
- Unique shaded striped effect: the play of stripes and shades creates original garments without having to constantly change balls of yarn or colors.
- Volume and warmth: ideal for winter projects that require warmth and a beautiful stitch presence.
- Easy to work with: the roving yarn flows well on the needles, suitable even for those with little experience.
- Convenient cake format: you can work comfortably from the inside or outside, with fewer knots and interruptions.
Ideal projects with Lana SIMPATICO
- Warm and cozy sweaters, cardigans and pullovers with a striped pattern effect.
- Soft and colorful scarves, neck warmers, hats and gloves.
- Decorative and super comfortable blankets, throws and maxi scarves.
- Vests, ponchos and oversized pieces with a handcrafted look .
- Voluminous knitting projects with a modern, blended look .
Tips for working with Lana SIMPATICO
- Work with 7–9mm needles for a soft, full-bodied, well-defined stitch.
- Choose simple stitches (stocking stitch, garter stitch, rib stitch) to maximize the shaded stripe effect.
- For a harmonious rendering of the stripes, work one piece at a time with the same dye bath.
- For very large garments (long sweaters, maxi plaids) it is advisable to make a small sample to estimate the quantity of balls needed.
- Handle the yarn gently when working, as with all soft wicks.
Technical specifications
| Brand | Silke |
| Line | FRIENDLY |
| Weight | 100 g |
| Length | about 120 m |
| Composition | 57% acrylic – 33% wool – 10% alpaca |
| Recommended Ferri | 7 – 9 mm |
| Structure | wick yarn with a shaded striped effect |
Silke's SIMPATICO Wool is the perfect choice for those seeking a soft, warm, and dramatic yarn, capable of transforming even the simplest stitches into stunning designs. Ideal for winter knitwear and accessories, it combines the comfort of alpaca and wool with the practicality of acrylic, ensuring garments that are beautiful to wear and a pleasure to knit.
Video tutorial
Watch the video to discover ideas, suggestions, and inspiration on how to best use SIMPATICO Wool:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1) Is SIMPATICO Wool also suitable for sensitive skin?
The blend of acrylic, wool, and alpaca makes the yarn soft and pleasant on the skin. If you have very sensitive skin, we recommend doing a small test with direct contact.
2) How much yarn do you need for an adult sweater?
It depends on the size and model: as a guideline, for a medium size (42–44) you may need around 4–5 cakes, while for larger sizes it is advisable to plan for 5–6.
3) Is the yarn suitable for beginners?
Yes, SIMPATICO Wool is easy to work with: the wick glides well on large needles and the shaded effect enhances even the basic stitches, ideal for beginners.
4) Which stitches are best suited to this yarn?
Simple stitches like stockinette stitch, garter stitch, ribbing, or moss stitch are perfect for enhancing the interplay of stripes and shades without weighing down the result.
5) Can I use SIMPATICO Wool for blankets and throws?
Absolutely: it's excellent for throws and blankets, thanks to its thickness and softness. Simply increase the number of cakes according to the desired size.
6) How should I wash garments made with SIMPATICO Wool?
We recommend delicate washing , preferably by hand or on the wool cycle, using warm water and mild detergents, and leaving the garment to dry flat to maintain its shape and softness.
