Pure softness, inspired by the cozy moments.
My Baby Alpaca and Extra Fine Merino DK base is one of my personal favorites for next-to-skin comfort. It is a luxurious, non-superwash blend that feels like a cloud: the 21-micron Merino provides natural elasticity, while the Baby Alpaca adds a silky drape and that unmistakable, delicate "halo" that wraps every stitch in warmth.
The palette is intentionally soft and muted, designed so that the shades can be effortlessly combined for stripes, colorwork, or sophisticated fades.
The perfect match for my Lounge Hat. I chose this exact yarn for my new Lounge Hat (the first pattern of the Lounge Collection). This base provides incredible stitch definition and a plump, squishy texture that makes the hat a pure joy to wear.
Looking for a larger project? This is also the same base I used for the sleeveless version of my Zafferano Sweater.
Technical Details:
Composition: 50% Baby Alpaca / 50% Extra Fine Merino (Non-Superwash).
Weight: DK.
Meterage: approx. 225m (246 yds) per 100g skein.
Suggested Needles: 3.75mm - 4.5mm (US 5 to 7).
Gauge: approx. 18–22 sts = 10cm (4") in Stockinette stitch.
Colorway: Balena - a medium teal blue
Why I love this blend: Baby Alpaca is incredibly warm, light, and strong. Since it contains no lanolin, it is a wonderful choice for sensitive skin. Combined with the natural memory and bounce of Extra Fine Merino, it creates garments that are both luxurious and durable.
