Tranquillity 8 Ply Alpaca Yarn
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What do yarn weights mean?
Yarn weight describes the approximate thickness of a yarn. As a general guide, 4 Ply is comparable to fingering weight, while 8 Ply is comparable to DK weight. However, not all yarns carrying the same ply description are identical in thickness. Always check the recommended needle or hook size, tension, metreage and pattern requirements before beginning.
Can I use a wool pattern with alpaca yarn?
Often you can, provided your alpaca yarn produces the tension required by the pattern. Alpaca generally has more drape and less elasticity than wool, so the finished garment may hang and behave differently. Make a generous tension swatch, wash and dry it as recommended, and measure it again before selecting your size.
Is alpaca yarn suitable for crochet?
Yes. Alpaca yarn can be used for both knitting and crochet. Its softness, warmth and drape make it particularly attractive for scarves, shawls, garments, blankets and accessories. Choose a yarn construction and weight that suit your project and use the pattern tension as your guide.
Is baby alpaca yarn made from baby alpacas?
“Baby alpaca” describes a recognised grade of particularly fine and soft alpaca fibre. It does not necessarily mean that the fibre was taken from a baby alpaca.
How should I wash alpaca yarn and finished garments?
Always follow the care instructions supplied with the individual yarn. As a general guide, alpaca pieces should be gently hand-washed in cool water using a suitable wool wash, without rubbing or wringing, and reshaped to dry flat.
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Create beautifully soft and cosy projects with Australian Alpaca Barn Tranquillity 8 Ply Yarn. Blending the luxurious warmth and softness of baby alpaca with the versatility of merino wool, Tranquillity is a beautiful yarn for knitting and crochet.
This versatile 8 ply yarn is ideal for creating sweaters, cardigans, scarves, beanies, blankets and other warm garments and accessories. Its soft handle, comfortable warmth and lovely drape make it suitable for a wide variety of handmade projects.
Available in a beautiful selection of rich colours, timeless neutrals and complementary shades, Tranquillity makes it easy to create a colour palette that suits your next project.
Whether you are an experienced maker or starting a new knitting or crochet project, Australian Alpaca Barn Tranquillity 8 Ply Yarn offers warmth, versatility and beautiful results.