Cotton COTTON DELAVE' - Tropical Lane
Cotton COTTON DELAVE' - Tropical Lane
Description
Delave Cotton - Tropical Lane | Magic Yarn for Soft Garments
Discover COTTON DELAVE' - Tropical Lane , a fine yarn made of 100% pure Egyptian cotton with a special delavé treatment: soft, breathable, and with a naturally "lived-in" look. The delavé process gives the yarn a charming vintage effect and unique nuances, making each garment different and special, with a truly superior pleasantness to the touch.
Main features of Cotton Delave' - Tropical Lane
- Composition: 100% Pure Egyptian Cotton
- Size: 50 grams - approximately 110 meters
- Recommended needles: No. 4.0 - 6.0
- Recommended crochet hook: No. 4.0
- Treatment: special delavé process for a naturally lived-in effect
- Brand: Tropical Lane
Why choose Cotton Delave' - Tropical Lane?
- Superior quality: Egyptian cotton known for its fineness and strength
- Delavé effect: a refined vintage look and natural, modern duck breast tones
- Exceptional comfort: fresh and breathable, perfect on the skin
- Versatility: suitable for summer garments and accessories that can be used all year round
- Unique result: slight nuance variations make each project unrepeatable
Ideal projects with Cotton Delave' - Tropical Lane
- Lightweight and breathable tops, t-shirts and tank tops
- Soft and refined cardigans and shrugs
- Mid-season scarves and shawls
- Natural and comfortable children's clothing
- Vintage handmade look projects with simple stitches
Tips for working with and maintaining Cotton Delave'
- Use 4–6mm needles for a softer, “airier” fabric
- In crochet, number 4 enhances definition and drape
- Prefer basic stitches (stocking stitch, ribbing, simple stitches) to enhance the faded effect
- Washing: best done delicately (or by hand) to preserve the “lived-in” effect
- Dry flat; avoid bleaching and tumble drying.
Cotton Delavé - Tropical Lane celebrates the nobility of Egyptian cotton with a delavé treatment that adds character and personality to every creation. A special yarn for comfortable, fresh, and stylish garments.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the fade treatment, there may be slight color variations between batches and balls: this is normal and makes each garment unique.
Technical data sheet – COTTON DELAVE' - Tropical Lane
| Product | Cotton Delavé - Tropical Lane |
|---|---|
| Composition | 100% Egyptian Cotton |
| Weight / Length | 50 g / ~110 m |
| Recommended needles | 4.0 – 6.0 |
| Recommended crochet hook | 4.0 |
| Effect | Delavé (vintage / naturally lived-in look) |
| Ideal for | Tops, t-shirts, lightweight cardigans, shawls, accessories and children's clothing |
| Treatment | Gentle wash, no bleach, no dryer, dry flat |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1) Is Cotton Delavé also suitable for beginners?
Yes, it's smooth and pleasant to work with. Even with simple stitches, you get a beautiful result because the faded effect does the work itself.
2) What is the difference with a classic cotton?
The faded treatment gives a vintage look and particular nuances, with a more natural and “lived-in” look than standard cottons.
3) Is it suitable for summer clothes?
Yes, being 100% cotton it is breathable and cool: perfect for tops, T-shirts and light cardigans.
4) Which needles/crochet hooks should I use?
Recommended needles: 4–6 mm and crochet hook: 4 mm . If you want a more compact fabric, go down a half size.
5) Can you notice color differences between balls of yarn?
Yes, it's normal: fade can cause slight variations in shade between batches (and sometimes between balls). It's a characteristic of the yarn.
6) How do you wash it to maintain the faded effect?
Delicate wash (or hand wash) is best, without bleach or tumble drying. Dry flat to preserve the yarn's shape and yield.
