Allino
A word from the designer:
"Allino" - the name sounds light, airy and reminds us of a day at sea. We have created a classic combination of linen and cotton, which is available in many exhilarating colors. The mixture of these two natural fibers - one muted, the other with a slightly glossy surface - gives this versatile yarn a lively appearance. At the same time, the fiber combination gives an interesting mottling, that is so subtle that patterns are not “swallowed”.
Allino is a prolific yarn that can be used for a variety of projects for spring and summer - ideal for sweaters or tops, big and small, old and young.
The linen in Allino is sourced in Belgium, the cotton in different countries. Allino is spun and dyed in Italy. The dyes used are within Oekotex standards and free of animal derivatives, so that this yarn can be called truly vegan.
Yarn Information
Suitable for: Spring and summer garments, baby clothing, scarves, shawls, gloves.
Content: 50% linen, 50% cotton
Ball Weight: 50gr
Meters/Ball: 125
Knitting Gauge: 22 stitches; 30 rows to 10 cm on 3,5mm needles
Needle Size: 3mm - 3,5mm
Hook Size: 3,5mm
Care Instructions: Machine washable. Cool iron. No bleach. Dry flat, do not hang.
Our Opinion
As this is advertised as a summer yarn, I decided to test its’ suitability for winter by knitting a scarf with it. Works perfectly, it’s s lovely warm scarf that is soft on your skin and looks bright and cheerful; just what you need on a gloomy winters day!
Obviously this would be even better in summer due to the cool feel of the fabric and its airiness.
The yarn is lightweight, cool to the touch, soft yet sturdy. It knits nicely.
Test Project
Friday Scarf - click here for pattern
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