Pima Decapè Cotton - Miss Tricot Yarns
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Miss Tricot Filati Decapè Pima Cotton – Ombre Pima Cotton 100g 170m
100% Pima Cotton | 100g – 170m | Knitting Needles and Crochet Hook 4.5-5mm
📋 Key Features
- Composition100% Pima Cotton (Peru)
- Skein Weight100g
- Yardageapprox. 170 meters
- Recommended NeedlesNo. 4.5 – 5.0 mm
- Recommended Crochet HookNo. 4.5 – 5.0 mm
- Washing30°C machine wash, air dry
- Ideal ForSummer garments, accessories, baby clothes
- Approximate Yield1 skein = child’s top, 4-5 skeins = women’s size 42 sweater
🧵 The Yarn
Miss Tricot Filati Decapè Pima Cotton is a premium yarn made from 100% Peruvian Pima cotton, known as the gold of Peru for the superior quality of its fiber. This cotton is designed for those seeking softness, natural luster, and a unique ombre effect that enhances every stitch. Ideal for summer projects, cool garments, and refined creations that require a high-end yarn.
Each skein weighs 100 grams and offers approximately 170 meters of well-twisted yarn, easy to work with both knitting needles and a 4.5-5mm crochet hook. The yarn’s structure ensures smooth working even for those new to Pima cotton, while the ombre effect develops naturally without the need to change colors.
🧬 Technical Composition: Why It Works
Pima cotton belongs to the ELS (Extra Long Staple) category, with fibers measuring at least 1 3/8 inches long, compared to 3/4 of an inch for regular cotton. This seemingly small difference completely changes the yarn’s behavior: long fibers intertwine better during spinning, drastically reduce pilling, and give the finished fabric a silky feel that standard cotton cannot achieve. Pima fiber is naturally coated with a layer of wax that gives it luster without the need for harsh chemical treatments.
This cotton comes from Peru, where the climate and soil quality produce the finest fiber in the world. Its wear resistance is 45% higher than that of regular cotton, meaning garments made with Decapè Pima retain their shape, color, and softness even after dozens of washes. For knitters and crocheters, this means projects that last over time without losing their initial beauty.
📦 Skein Size and Yield
With 100 grams and 170 meters per skein, Decapè Pima Cotton offers a generous yield for medium-sized projects. A single skein is enough to make a child’s top, a wide headband, or a set of potholders. A women’s size 42 sweater requires approximately 4-5 skeins, while a lightweight cardigan needs 6-7.
The ombre effect varies slightly from one color batch to another: for large projects, it is advisable to purchase all the necessary skeins at once, ensuring they belong to the same dye lot. The stated yardage is approximate and may vary by ±5% depending on the spinning tension.
🧶 Recommended Working Method
4.5-5mm needles are the ideal size for this yarn because they produce a soft yet compact fabric, perfect for summer garments that need to be cool without being sheer. Smaller needles (3.5-4mm) create a denser fabric suitable for bags and structured accessories, while larger needles (5.5-6mm) produce an openwork fabric ideal for shawls and lightweight wraps. The standard sample with 4.5mm needles is 20 stitches x 26 rows for a 10x10cm square.
With a 4.5-5mm crochet hook, Decapè Pima works smoothly thanks to the yarn’s balanced twist. It is perfect for simple stitches such as single crochet or double crochet, which enhance the ombre effect without obscuring it with overly elaborate textures. Beginners will appreciate the yarn’s smooth flow, while experienced crafters can use it for complex projects such as openwork tops or summer dresses.
✨ Why Choose Decapè Pima Cotton
Compared to standard cottons, Decapè Pima solves the pilling problem that affects many inexpensive yarns after just a few washes. The extra-long fiber reduces pilling by 70%, keeping garments smooth and neat even after a year of heavy use. Furthermore, the natural luster does not fade with washing, unlike chemically mercerized cottons that lose their shine over time.
In everyday life, anyone wearing garments made with this cotton will immediately notice the difference: the fabric feels softer, almost silky, and breathes better on hot days. The ombre effect adds an aesthetic value that makes every garment unique, without the need for complicated techniques or manual color changes.
🎨 What You Can Make
Decapè Pima Cotton is perfect for cool and comfortable summer garments such as tops, tank tops, short-sleeved shirts, and lightweight dresses. The ombre effect also makes it ideal for elegant accessories such as bags, clutches, spring scarves, and sun hats. Thanks to its skin-contact certification, it is safe for baby clothes and baby projects such as blankets, bibs, and onesies.
👩🎨 Who It Is Best For
This yarn is suitable for both beginners and experienced crafters. Its well-twisted structure glides easily over needles and crochet hooks without breaking or tangling, making it easy to work with even for those with little experience. Experienced crafters will appreciate the quality of the Pima fiber and the opportunity to create high-end garments with a yarn that performs predictably and professionally.
It is typically purchased by hobbyists seeking superior quality for personal projects, professional artisans who sell handmade garments and want to stand out with premium materials, and those who give handmade creations as gifts, knowing that Pima cotton guarantees durability and beauty over time.
🧼 Care Instructions
- Washing30°C machine wash, delicate cycle
- BleachingDo not bleach
- SpinningDelicate spin cycle (max 600 rpm)
- DryingLay flat, air dry
- IroningIron on a warm setting (max 110°C), inside out
- StorageStore in a dry place away from direct light
📌 Important Note
The stated length (170m) may vary by ±5% depending on the spinning tension. The gradient effect varies between color batches: for large projects, purchase all the skeins you need at once, checking that they belong to the same dye lot. Pima cotton tends to relax slightly after the first wash: always make a sample and wash it before starting the final project.
📊 Technical data summary
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