APRICA Wool - Bertagna Filati

Lana Aprica Bertagna Filati – Wool Alpaca Silver Lurex Yarn 150g 360m

25% wool – 25% alpaca – 47% acrylic – 3% polyester | 150g – 360m | Shawls, cardigans, winter accessories

📋 Key features

• Composition25% wool – 25% alpaca – 47% acrylic – 3% polyester
• Ball weight150g (maxi format)
• Yardageapprox. 360 meters
• Recommended needles5.5 – 6.0 mm
• Recommended crochet hook5.0 – 6.0 mm
• WashingHand wash, max 30°C
• Ideal forShawls, cardigans, scarves, winter hats
• Indicative yield2-3 balls for a size M (44/46) cardigan

🧵 The yarn

Lana Aprica Bertagna Filati is a wool alpaca lurex yarn designed for those seeking softness, warmth, and a touch of elegance in their winter creations. The blend of 25% wool and 25% alpaca ensures a soft and warm yarn, enriched by a delicate thread of silver lurex that provides subtle brightness without weighing down the finished garment. Perfect for crafters and artisans who want to make refined pieces with a natural sparkle.

The 150g maxi ball with 360 meters offers excellent yield: with just 2-3 balls, you can complete a full size M (44/46) cardigan. It works well with 5.5-6mm needles or a 5-6mm crochet hook, with a soft twist that makes the work fluid and pleasant even for those new to wool-alpaca blends.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

Wool (25%) is the thermal fiber par excellence: it retains body heat, absorbs moisture, and keeps the garment dry even on the coldest days. Alpaca (25%) adds silky softness and lightness—it is a warmer fiber than traditional wool but less heavy, ideal for voluminous garments that remain comfortable to wear all day long. Together, wool and alpaca create a warm yet breathable yarn, perfect for the Italian winter.

Acrylic (47%) plays a role in the structure: it stabilizes the yarn, reduces the risk of felting during washing, and keeps the shape of the garment even after many uses. Polyester (3%) is the support for the silver lurex, which provides that subtle and refined sparkle without compromising softness. The result is a yarn that combines the warmth of natural fibers with the practicality of synthetic ones, with a brilliant effect that illuminates without being overpowering.

📦 Format and ball yield

The 150g maxi ball with approx. 360 meters is designed for complete projects with fewer balls. With just one ball, you can make a medium shawl or a long scarf; with 2-3 balls, you can complete a size M (44/46) cardigan. This format reduces the number of joins during work and makes it easier to calculate the amount needed for your project.

For larger projects (oversized sweaters, blankets), calculate approximately 4-5 balls. Important tip: purchase all the balls needed in one go—color lots may have slight variations in shade, especially in dark colors and nuances with lurex. The tolerance on yardage is approx. ±5%, which is normal for quality artisanal yarns.

🧶 Recommended crafting

5.5-6mm needles are the ideal size for this yarn: they create a soft yet compact fabric that holds heat without being stiff. With smaller needles (4-4.5mm), you get a denser and more structured fabric, perfect for cardigans that need to hold their shape; with larger needles (7mm), the fabric becomes airier and lighter, ideal for vaporous shawls where the lurex can shine more.

With a 5-6mm crochet hook, the yarn is well-suited for lace patterns, fancy stitches, and decorative edges. The soft twist glides well on the hook, and the lurex does not break while working. Tip for beginners: start with a 10x10cm swatch to check tension—this yarn tends to relax slightly after the first wash, so do not work it too tightly.

✨ Why choose Lana Aprica

Compared to 100% acrylic yarns with lurex, Lana Aprica offers real warmth thanks to the wool and alpaca content—not just the visual effect of warmth, but the natural thermoregulation of animal fibers. Compared to 100% wool yarns with lurex, Aprica is easier to wash and maintains its shape better over time thanks to the acrylic component. It is the ideal compromise between naturalness and practicality.

The silver lurex is integrated into the yarn, not applied to the surface: this means it won't shed with washing and doesn't cause irritation against the skin. The sparkle is subtle—it's noticeable in natural light but isn't excessive or "evening wear" only. Perfect for garments you want to wear every day but with a touch of extra elegance.

🎨 What you can make

Lana Aprica is perfect for elegant shawls with a luminous effect, winter cardigans and sweaters, scarves and hats that warm without weighing you down. The silver lurex enhances lace stitches and cable knits, creating plays of light that change with movement. Also ideal for handmade accessories to give as gifts or sell, such as cowls, neck warmers, and fingerless gloves.

👩‍🎨 Suitable for whom

This yarn is suitable for both beginners and experts. The soft twist and large needles make the work fast and rewarding—you see the project grow immediately. The lurex creates no technical difficulties: it glides well on both needles and crochet hooks and does not break during work. If it's your first time with a wool-alpaca blend, Aprica is a great choice to start.

Typical buyers: crafters looking for a winter yarn with a special touch, artisans who sell handmade accessories and want a Made in Italy product to promote, and those gifting handmade creations who want an elegant result without luxury yarn prices. Perfect also for those working on commission looking for a reliable yarn with good yield.

🧼 Care and maintenance

• WashingHand wash, max 30°C with delicate wool detergent
• BleachingDo not bleach
• Spin cycleNo — squeeze gently without twisting
• DryingFlat on a towel, away from heat sources
• IroningCool iron (max 110°C) with a pressing cloth
• StorageFolded in a dry place, with natural moth repellent

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary