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Lana Grossa Gomitolo Disegno – Multicolored Yarn with Bold Stripes 200g 700m

60% Virgin Wool, 40% Acrylic | 200g – 700m | Needles 4.5-5mm

📋 Key features

• Composition60% Virgin wool, 40% Acrylic
• Ball weight200 grams
• Yardage700 meters
• Recommended needles4.5 - 5 mm
• Gauge19 stitches x 24 rows = 10 x 10 cm
• WashingMax 30°C, delicate cycle
• Ideal forSweaters, scarves, shawls, ponchos
• Approximate yieldSweater size 8-10 (US) with 300g (1.5 balls)

🧵 The yarn

Lana Grossa Gomitolo Disegno is a multicolored yarn designed for those who love crisp, defined color changes. Unlike gradient yarns, Disegno creates bold stripes that emerge automatically as you work, with no need to change balls or weave in ends. It is the ideal choice for sweaters, scarves, and accessories where color becomes the absolute star of the project.

The generous format of 200 grams and 700 meters allows you to create large-scale projects with just a few balls. The blend of 60% virgin wool and 40% acrylic ensures natural warmth, softness to the touch, and long-lasting durability, perfect for autumn and winter garments that need to last season after season.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The 60% virgin wool is the thermal base of the yarn: it retains body heat, regulates moisture, and keeps the garment dry even after hours of wear. It is a natural fiber that breathes, avoiding the suffocating feel typical of pure synthetics. In winter projects like sweaters and cardigans, this percentage ensures the right balance of warmth and lightness without weighing down the finished piece.

The 40% acrylic contributes to durability and practicality: it reinforces the yarn structure, reduces the risk of felting in the washing machine, and maintains the garment's shape even after numerous washes. This component makes Gomitolo Disegno a versatile yarn, suitable for both decorative projects and everyday items like scarves and hats that must withstand frequent washing.

📦 Ball format and yield

Each ball contains 200 grams and about 700 meters of yarn, a generous amount that reduces the number of joins in the finished project. With a single ball, you can make a scarf approximately 180 cm long, an adult hat, or a pair of gloves. For larger projects, the yield is equally advantageous: a women's sweater (size 8-10 US) requires about 300 grams, or just 1.5 balls.

When purchasing for multicolored projects, keep in mind that each ball has a unique color sequence. To ensure color consistency on large garments like sweaters or blankets, we recommend purchasing all necessary balls at once, checking that they belong to the same dye lot. Differences between lots can be visible, especially on large surfaces worked in solid colors.

🧶 Recommended working method

Lana Grossa recommends 4.5 to 5 mm needles to achieve the right tension and bring out the stripe effect without compressing the yarn too much. With 4.5 mm needles, you get a tighter, more structured fabric, ideal for sweaters and jackets that need to hold their shape. With 5 mm needles, the work is softer and more draped, perfect for shawls, scarves, and ponchos where lightness is key.

The yarn is also well-suited for crochet work, where the bold stripes create interesting geometric effects on bags, cushions, and blankets. For beginners, Gomitolo Disegno is an excellent choice: the automatic color change hides minor imperfections and makes every project visually rich even with basic stitches. The recommended gauge is 19 stitches x 24 rows for a 10 x 10 cm square.

✨ Why choose Gomitolo Disegno

The main difference compared to gradient yarns lies in the bold stripe effect: while gradient yarns create soft, continuous transitions, Gomitolo Disegno produces crisp, defined color changes, similar to what you would achieve working manually with multiple monochromatic balls. This makes it ideal for those seeking a graphic, contemporary look, without the labor of twisting yarns or hiding ends.

The 200-gram format is a concrete advantage: compared to standard 50g balls, you reduce the number of joins in the finished project and save time. For a complete sweater, you only need 1.5 balls instead of 6, with less waste and fewer knots to hide. The wool-acrylic blend ensures resistance to frequent washing, a common issue with pure wools that tend to felt or lose shape after a few uses.

🎨 What you can make

Gomitolo Disegno is designed for projects where color is the protagonist: oversized sweaters, long cardigans, triangular shawls, infinity scarves, and ponchos. The bold stripe effect works particularly well on large surfaces worked in stockinette or garter stitch, where color transitions emerge in all their intensity. It is also perfect for accessories like hats, neck warmers, and gloves, where a few meters are enough to achieve a complete multicolored effect.

👩‍🎨 Who it is for

Gomitolo Disegno is suitable for all skill levels, from absolute beginners to expert knitters. For beginners, the automatic color change is a huge advantage: it hides minor irregularities in tension and makes every project visually interesting even using just basic stitches. You don't need to master complex techniques to achieve a striking result.

Regular knitters appreciate the generous format and color payoff: it is the ideal yarn for those selling handmade creations on Etsy or at markets, because each piece is unique thanks to the color sequence. Even those working on commission will find the price-to-quality ratio and ease of maintenance advantageous, which are fundamental aspects when creating garments for sale.

🧼 Care and maintenance

• WashingMax 30°C, delicate wool cycle
• BleachingDo not bleach
• SpinningGentle spin, max 600 rpm
• DryingDry flat, away from heat sources
• IroningIron at low temperature (max 110°C)
• StorageStore in a dry place, away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary