Description
NAKO Peru Color – Alpaca-Wool Blend with Long Color Runs
NAKO Peru Color brings together the softness of alpaca, the warmth of wool and the easy care of acrylic in a light, DK-weight yarn. Each 100 g cake holds 310 m dyed in long color sections, so stripes and soft gradients appear on their own as you knit or crochet – no color changes, no extra ends to weave in. The light alpaca haze makes the fabric cozy and gentle against the skin, perfect for sweaters, cardigans, shawls and winter accessories.
💡 Mix & Match: Want to calm the color play? Frame the gradient with a solid yarn of similar thickness for cuffs, collars or borders – Gazzal Peru Alpaca uses a comparable alpaca, wool and acrylic blend.
Why choose this colorful alpaca blend?
- Color Without Effort: Long dye runs form stripes and gradients by themselves – even plain stocking stitch looks rich.
- Warm but Light: Alpaca and wool trap heat well, while the light DK weight keeps sweaters and cardigans comfortable indoors and under a coat.
- Soft Halo: The alpaca content gives a gentle, fuzzy surface that feels pleasant on the skin and blooms nicely after washing.
Information
- Brand: NAKO
- Content: 50% Acrylic, 25% Alpaca, 25% Wool
- Weight: 100 g (3.53 oz)
- Length: 310 m (339 yd)
- Yarn Weight: 3: Light – DK
- Recommended needles: 3.5–4 mm (US 4–6)
- Recommended crochet hook: 3 mm (US C-2 / D-3)
NAKO yarns are certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100. Free from harmful substances, safe for skin contact.
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✨ Wrap yourself in colorful warmth with NAKO Peru Color.