PIROUETTE OMBRÉ Yarn - DMC

DMC Pirouette Ombré Yarn – Extra Large Gradient Ball 400g

100% Acrylic | 400g – 1,000m | Needles 5 mm

📋 Key features

• Composition100% Acrylic
• Ball weight400g
• LengthApprox. 1,000m
• EffectContinuous gradient (ombré)
• Recommended needles5 mm
• 10x10 cm gauge18 stitches x 24 rows
• WashingMax 40°C
• Ideal forShawls, sweaters, tops, jackets, blankets

🧵 The yarn

DMC Pirouette Ombré is a 100% acrylic yarn in a large 400g ball with approximately 1,000 meters of thread that changes color gradually along its entire length. The transitions between shades are soft and fluid: you get a gradient effect full of movement without having to change yarn.

It can be used for both knitting and crochet and performs best in large projects, where the gradient has room to fully develop its effect. A single ball allows for long periods of work without interruptions and without visible color joins.

🌈 The ombré effect: how it works

The color changes along the thread, not in clean stripes: when working with standard stitches, the gradient is distributed in soft shades that follow the flow of the work. In garments worked flat (shawls, blankets), the gradient proceeds in wide, orderly bands; in items worked in the round, it develops in a spiral.

The 100% acrylic fiber is wash-resistant, maintains its shape, and preserves the brilliance of the colors over time, which are important requirements when the gradient is the standout feature of the garment.

📦 Ball format and yield

The 400g / 1,000m format is designed for large-scale projects: shawls, sweaters, tops, jackets, and light blankets. Fewer balls to change means fewer knots to hide and a more continuous gradient, without color breaks.

For projects that require more than one ball, we recommend purchasing them all in the same order: they come from the same dye lot, ensuring consistent shading. If you are unsure about the quantity, write to us and we will help you calculate it.

🧶 Recommended crafting

The yarn is intended for 5 mm needles. With this size, the 10x10 cm gauge is approximately 18 stitches and 24 rows: a fabric that is soft with a good drape, suitable for wearable garments. If your pattern suggests a different tension, always make a swatch before starting.

You can also use it for crochet to make lace shawls, blankets, and accessories. A simple stitch (stockinette, garter stitch, half-double crochet) best highlights the gradient, while very elaborate stitches tend to hide it.

✨ Why choose Lana Pirouette Ombré

Achieving a gradient effect with balls of different colors requires time, planning, and many joins. With Pirouette Ombré, the gradient is already in the thread: you work and the color shift develops on its own, providing a polished result even for those without experience in changing colors.

Furthermore, it is a practical acrylic: it is machine washable at 40°C, requires no special care, and is perfect for those making everyday items or handmade gifts.

🎨 What you can make

The XXL format and the gradient make it ideal for statement projects where color is the protagonist.

👩🎨 Who it is for

It is suitable for those who want a spectacular gradient effect without complicating things with color changes. With basic stitches, this is an accessible yarn even for beginners, provided they have some familiarity with medium-to-large projects.

It is typically chosen by hobbyists who make shawls and blankets as gifts, and by those looking for a colorful, personalized garment without spending hours combining multiple balls.

🧼 Maintenance and care

• WashingMax 40°C
• IroningLow temperature iron
• Tumble dryingDo not use
• StorageDry place away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical data summary