Beautiful Italian-made yarn with elegant color movement, Gradient MERINOCOT combines the softness of merino wool with the breathable comfort of cotton in a refined sport/DK-weight blend. Its smooth gradient effect adds natural depth and visual interest to every project, allowing the yarn itself to create a polished, artistic result. Soft, comfortable, and easy to wear, this yarn is a wonderful choice for lightweight garments and accessories across seasons.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: Gradient MERINOCOT
• Fiber Content: 53% Merino Wool, 47% Cotton
• Yarn Weight: Sport / DK
• Format: Balls (pre-wound, ready to use)
• Ball Weight: 50 g / 1.75 oz
• Yardage: 125 m / 137 yd per ball
• Construction: Soft merino-cotton blend with smooth gradient color transition
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
Gradient MERINOCOT has a soft, smooth hand with a comfortable balance of warmth and breathability. The merino adds softness and gentle elasticity, while the cotton keeps the yarn feeling fresh, light, and easy to wear. The finished fabric feels cozy without heaviness, making it especially appealing for garments and accessories intended for all-season use.

✧ Gradient Effect
What makes this yarn especially beautiful is its smooth and subtle color transition. The gradient creates natural depth in the finished fabric without requiring complicated color changes, making even simple stitches look more interesting and polished. It is an excellent choice for projects where you want the yarn itself to provide elegance and movement.

➤ Recommended Uses
• Shawls and wraps
• Lightweight sweaters and pullovers
• Scarves and soft accessories
• Baby garments and baby blankets
• Cardigans and layering pieces
• Simple stitches that let the gradient shine

⌁ Needle & Crochet Recommendations
• Knitting needles: 3.5–4.0 mm, depending on desired fabric
• Crochet hooks: 3.5–4.5 mm
• Works beautifully for smooth stockinette, gentle texture, and lightweight accessories

✧ Estimated Yarn Usage
• Baby sweater: 2–3 balls
• Adult sweater (S–M): 8–10 balls
• Adult sweater (L–XL): 10–12 balls
• Shawl or wrap: 4–6 balls
• Scarf: 3 balls
• Hat: 2 balls

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
Gradient MERINOCOT is especially lovely on its own, since the color transition already gives the fabric dimension and character. It is a beautiful choice for knitters who want an Italian yarn that feels refined, wearable, and visually special without needing complicated stitch patterns.

⚑ Why You’ll Love It
Gradient MERINOCOT offers the best of both worlds: the softness of merino, the breathable comfort of cotton, and a graceful gradient effect that makes every project look more elevated. It is elegant, versatile, and easy to wear — a yarn that brings comfort, style, and subtle color artistry to shawls, garments, and accessories.

⫯ Care Instructions
Hand wash cold, max 30°C / 86°F. Do not use fabric softener. Lay flat to dry.