Softer than cashmere? Yes: Imperial Alpaca!
available at La Maison Tricotée Gilford and online
Apu is a gift from the Inca gods: hand-picked and depilated (17 mic.). It is a fiber like no other, called Imperial because it is the softest alpaca that exists.
Our ideas for tasting it:
The Apu collar by Fil Nomade. Free pattern in French and English on our website:
2 balls are needed and knitted double
Collar by No Frills Knitting. Free English pattern. 2 balls needed.
| Composition: 100% Imperial Alpaca |
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| Thickness : Sport |
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| Weight: 25 grams / 0.05 ounces |
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Meterage: 100 Meters / 109 yards |
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Gauge: 25 stitches per 10 cm |
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Recommended needles: 3 to 3.5mm / 3-4 US |
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Recommended hook : 3.5 to 4 mm |
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Recommended care: Hand wash and dry flat. |
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| Origin: Peru |
