VIBRANT by Lana Gatto is a luxury Italian alpaca–merino blend yarn with approx. 180m per 100g, designed for plush, fluffy garments and bold textured accessories with a soft fur-like effect. This aran-weight yarn combines superfine alpaca, merino wool, and technical fibers to create a voluminous yet lightweight fabric that feels incredibly soft and warm without heaviness.

The structure is airy and fuzzy, giving a modern “fur yarn” look with a smooth, wearable finish. It creates soft, touchable surfaces that elevate even the simplest designs into statement pieces. Perfect for quick knits that look high-end and feel exceptionally comfortable.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: VIBRANT
• Fiber Content: 32% Merino Wool, 17% Superfine Alpaca, 35% Acrylic, 16% Nylon
• Yarn Category: Aran
• Yardage: approx. 90 m / 99 yd per 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Format: Factory-wound balls (50 grams each)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Soft, fluffy, and voluminous
• Fur-like surface with airy structure
• Lightweight despite thickness
• Very soft and touchable
• Comfortable and non-itchy

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
This yarn delivers a unique combination of softness, volume, and modern texture. The alpaca and merino create warmth and comfort, while acrylic and nylon keep the yarn light, durable, and stable. It allows you to create bold, fashion-forward pieces that still feel wearable and practical.

✧ Fiber Profile
• Merino wool — softness and elasticity
• Superfine alpaca — warmth and airy loft
• Acrylic — lightness and structure
• Nylon — durability and shape retention

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Designed for single-strand knitting
• Ideal for textured, fluffy garments
• Works best with simple stitches
• Perfect for fast, visible results
• Suitable for both hand knitting and crochet

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Creates plush, fur-like texture
• Adds volume without weight
• Produces soft, cozy fabric quickly
• Transforms simple patterns into statement pieces
• In my sample, I knitted with US size 10 needles using a single strand — it worked up very fast
• After washing, the fabric opened beautifully and developed a true fur-like look on both sides

This is a perfect “quick luxury project” yarn — one small accessory can be finished in just 1–2 hours, depending on the pattern, making it ideal for last-minute gifts, statement scarves, cozy cowls, and fast fashion pieces that still look expensive.

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Statement scarves and cowls
• Jackets and outerwear pieces
• Hats and cozy accessories
• Edgings, trims, and textured accents
• Fashion-forward garments

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Scarf: 150–250 g (3–5 balls)
• Cowl: 100–200 g (2–4 balls)
• Hat: 50–100 g (1–2 balls)
• Jacket (S–M): 500–700 g (10–14 balls)
• Accessories and trims: 50–150 g

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Merino — adds structure and density
• Chunky wool — increases warmth
• Mohair — enhances halo
• Smooth yarns — create contrast with texture

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting: 6.0 mm (US 10)
• Crochet: 6.0–7.0 mm (US J–K)
• Adjust depending on desired density

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Best used as weft for textured fabrics
• Adds dimension and softness
• Use strong yarn for warp support

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold (max 30°C / 86°F)
• Use mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry away from heat