Amitola Grande by Louisa Harding is a luxurious bulky-weight blend of wool and silk featuring beautiful self-striping color changes and a distinctive thick-and-thin texture. The high wool content provides warmth and softness, while the silk adds drape and a subtle touch of luster. Its changing colors and varied texture create visual interest with simple stitches, making Amitola Grande an excellent choice for sweaters, cardigans, hats, cowls, scarves, wraps, and other cozy knit or crochet projects.
Fiber Content: 80% Wool, 20% Silk
Weight: Bulky / #5
Needle Size: US 9–11
Knitting Gauge: 12–15 stitches per 4 inches
Crochet Hook Size: US I/9–L/11
Crochet Gauge: 8–11 single crochet stitches per 4 inches
Care: Hand wash cold. Lay flat to dry. Do not tumble dry. Do not bleach. Do not iron.
Felting: Yes – Will create a softer, drapier felt.
Country of Origin: Italy
Other Details: Mulesing-free wool; self-striping color effect; thick-and-thin texture
