Miss Tricot Cotton Tricot 5 | 50g 226m - Crochet Hook 2-2.5mm

Cotone Tricot 5 Miss Tricot Filati – Mercerized cotton count 5 for crochet

100% gassed mercerized cotton | 50g – 226m | Crochet hook 2-2.5mm

📋 Key Features

• Composition100% gassed mercerized cotton
• Ball weight50 grams
• Length226 meters
• Yarn countNo. 5 (fine yarn)
• Recommended hook sizeNo. 2 – 2.5 mm
• Washing60°C machine wash
• Ideal forDoilies, lace, filet crochet, amigurumi
• Estimated yield1 medium doily with 2-3 balls

🧵 The yarn

Cotone Tricot 5 Miss Tricot Filati is a classic No. 5 Scottish thread made of 100% gassed and mercerized cotton, produced entirely in Italy. This yarn is the ideal choice for those seeking fine crochet cotton with superior sheen and impeccable stitch definition. Mercerization gives the yarn its characteristic brilliance, enhancing every detail of the work, while gassing ensures resistance and durability over time.

Each 50-gram ball yields approximately 226 meters of well-twisted yarn, perfect for crochet work with a 2-2.5mm hook. The compact and uniform structure of the yarn allows for fine and detailed work with excellent color rendition, ideal for doilies, lace, edgings, and amigurumi that require precision and definition.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

100% gassed and mercerized cotton is the perfect fiber for crochet work that needs to last over time, maintaining brilliance and shape. Gassing is a heat treatment that removes superficial fibers, making the yarn smoother, more resistant, and with a uniform surface that reflects light. This process is essential to achieve the characteristic sheen of quality Scottish thread.

Mercerization is a chemical treatment that modifies the structure of the cotton fiber, increasing its tensile strength by 20-30% and improving dye absorption. The result is a yarn that retains vivid colors even after numerous washes, does not deform, and features that characteristic silky sheen that enhances every stitch of the work. For doilies and lace meant to last generations, this processing is indispensable.

📦 Ball format and yield

The 50-gram ball with 226 meters of yarn offers excellent yield for medium-sized projects. With just one ball, you can make small doilies measuring 15-20cm in diameter, towel edgings up to 80cm, or 2-3 small amigurumi. For a medium doily measuring 30-35cm in diameter, you will need approximately 2-3 balls, while for placemats or more elaborate projects, estimate 4-6 balls.

The No. 5 count represents a perfect balance between fineness and practicality: finer than count 3 (ideal for large projects), but faster to work with than count 8 or 12 (reserved for very delicate lace). For projects requiring larger quantities, we recommend purchasing all necessary balls at once to ensure uniform dye lot.

🧶 Recommended working method

A 2-2.5mm crochet hook is the ideal size for this yarn as it creates a compact yet not stiff fabric, perfect for doilies and lace that need to maintain their shape without being too heavy. With a 2mm hook, you'll achieve denser and more structured work, ideal for amigurumi and three-dimensional projects. With a 2.5mm hook, the work will be slightly softer and more drapey, perfect for edgings and decorations that need to follow the fabric.

This cotton is excellent for filet crochet, where the definition of open and solid spaces is fundamental for the readability of the design. The well-twisted structure of the yarn prevents it from splitting during work, making it faster and more enjoyable even for those new to fine work. For beginners, we recommend starting with light colors that make stitches more visible.

✨ Why choose Cotone Tricot 5

Compared to unmercerized cottons, Tricot 5 maintains its brilliance even after dozens of washes and does not lose its shape over time. This means that a doily made today will look the same in 10 years, without yellowing or loss of definition. The difference is especially noticeable in white or pastel-colored works, where the quality of the yarn makes the difference between a work that looks machine-made and a valuable handmade one.

Made in Italy guarantees high production standards and complete traceability of the supply chain. Miss Tricot Filati has been producing this cotton for decades, maintaining consistent quality, which translates into uniformity between dye lots and reliability over time. If you make favors or custom orders, you know that you can reorder the same color even months later and find a perfect color match.

🎨 What you can make

Cotone Tricot 5 is the go-to yarn for crocheted doilies of all sizes, from small 10cm coasters to large 120cm round tablecloths. Perfect for lace and edgings to be applied to linen, curtains, and table linens, it maintains its shape even after ironing. Ideal for DIY wedding favors such as pouches, flowers, angels, and decorations that need to withstand the test of time.

👩‍🎨 Who it's suitable for

This yarn is suitable for both beginners who want to start with fine but manageable projects, and experts looking for a reliable cotton for professional work. The No. 5 count represents a good compromise: fine enough to achieve elegant results, but not so thin as to be frustrating for beginners. The well-twisted structure prevents the thread from splitting, a common problem with lower quality cottons.

Those who make custom favors or sell handmade creations appreciate the consistent quality and wide color range that allows them to meet every request. Even those who work on home decor find in this cotton the right balance between aesthetic appeal and practical workability, with faster completion times compared to finer counts.

🧼 Maintenance and care

• WashingMachine wash 60°C, delicate cycle
• BleachingAllowed with delicate bleach
• Spin dryingMedium speed (max 800 rpm)
• DryingLay flat to dry, avoid direct sunlight
• IroningWarm iron (150-180°C) with steam
• StorageDry place, away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary