Schachenmayr CATANIA GRANDE Cotton | 50g 63m - Needles 4-5mm

Schachenmayr CATANIA GRANDE Cotton – Thick Double-Ply Cotton Yarn

100% combed, mercerized and gassed cotton | 50g – 63m | Knitting needles and crochet hooks 4-5mm

📋 Key Features

• Composition100% combed, mercerized and gassed cotton
• Ball weight50 grams
• Yardageapprox. 63 meters
• Recommended needles4.0 – 4.5 – 5.0 mm
• Recommended hook4.0 – 4.5 – 5.0 mm
• WashingMachine wash 40°C (first wash 60°C)
• CertificationOeko-Tex Standard 100
• Gauge 10x10cm22 rows / 16 stitches
• Ideal forFast summer knitting, amigurumi, home accessories

🧵 The Yarn

Schachenmayr CATANIA GRANDE Cotton is the maxi version of the famous Catania: same quality cotton, double thickness. Made from 100% combed, mercerized and gassed cotton, this yarn combines the natural freshness of cotton with the intense brilliance given by the double processing. It is designed for those who want to complete projects in half the time without sacrificing the professional quality of the final result.

Each 50-gram ball offers approximately 63 meters of yarn, perfect for working with knitting needles or crochet hooks from 4 to 5mm. The fuller structure compared to classic Catania makes working faster and the stitch more defined, ideal for both beginners and those looking for a thick cotton for quick summer projects.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

Combed cotton is the basis of this yarn: the fibers are selected and aligned to obtain a smooth, resistant yarn free of imperfections. This process eliminates short fibers and ensures uniformity throughout the length of the ball, essential for obtaining a regular and professional knit even on large surfaces.

Mercerization and gassing are treatments that transform raw cotton into a shiny and silky yarn. Mercerization deeply fixes the color and gives permanent luster, while gassing burns the surface fibers, making the yarn perfectly smooth. The result is a cotton that does not fade, does not pill, and maintains its brilliance even after dozens of washes. Oeko-Tex Standard 100 certified, it is also safe for sensitive skin and garments intended for children.

📦 Ball format and yield

With 50 grams and 63 meters per ball, the yield is optimized for medium-sized projects. One ball is enough to make a small voluminous amigurumi, a kitchen potholder, or a generous swatch to test the stitch. For larger projects, the quantity varies: approximately 6 balls for a sleeveless summer top, 16 balls for a women's size 40 sweater with long sleeves.

The double thickness compared to classic Catania means you complete projects in half the time, while maintaining the same stitch quality. We recommend purchasing all necessary balls at once to ensure color lot uniformity, as slightly different shades between lots can be visible on large surfaces.

🧶 Recommended crafting

Needles from 4 to 5mm are ideal for this yarn because they ensure a stitch that is neither too tight nor too loose. With 4mm needles, you get a compact knit perfect for structured garments like bags or baskets, while with 5mm needles, the fabric is more airy and soft, ideal for summer tops and light shawls. The standard swatch of 10x10cm is obtained with 22 rows and 16 stitches, a useful reference for calculating the measurements of your projects.

For crochet, the same range of sizes (4-5mm) works perfectly. The yarn's full structure makes each stitch well-defined, which is particularly appreciated for large amigurumi where definition is crucial. Even beginners find this yarn easy to handle: the greater thickness makes errors more visible and easier to correct, accelerating the learning curve.

✨ Why choose CATANIA GRANDE Cotton

Compared to traditional thin cottons, CATANIA GRANDE solves the problem of slowness: projects that would take weeks with classic Catania can be completed in just a few days. Compared to inexpensive non-mercerized thick cottons, this yarn offers significantly superior brilliance and wash resistance: colors remain vivid and the fabric does not deform even after dozens of washing cycles.

In everyday life, this means summer garments that retain their original look even at the end of the season, bags that don't lose their shape even after intense use, and amigurumi that withstand children's hands without fraying. The Oeko-Tex certification guarantees the absence of harmful substances, a detail that makes a difference when working on garments for sensitive skin or prolonged skin contact.

🎨 What you can create

CATANIA GRANDE is perfect for fast summer knitting such as tops, tank tops, and light cardigans, but also for home accessories like potholders, placemats, and storage baskets. Its full structure makes it ideal for large amigurumi with excellent stitch definition, sturdy bags and pouches for daily use, and fashion accessories like summer hats, headbands, and braided yarn necklaces.

👩‍🎨 Who is it suitable for

This yarn is ideal for beginners because the greater thickness makes each stitch clearly visible and errors easy to spot and correct. The fast working pace keeps motivation high, allowing you to complete your first project quickly and see results right away. At the same time, experienced crafters appreciate it for the professional quality of mercerized cotton and the speed of execution on large projects.

Those who typically purchase it are looking for a thick cotton for quick summer knitting, artisans who sell amigurumi and want to optimize production times, mothers and grandmothers who make children's clothing with the assurance of Oeko-Tex certification, and home accessory enthusiasts who seek a durable and easy-to-clean yarn for machine washing.

🧼 Care and Maintenance

• First wash60°C to fix the color and prevent fading
• Subsequent washesMachine wash 40°C, delicate cycle
• BleachingDo not bleach
• Spin dryingAllowed at medium speed
• DryingLay flat to dry away from heat sources
• IroningWarm iron if necessary, preferably on the reverse side
• StorageIn a dry place, away from direct light

📌 Important Note

📊 Technical Data Summary