The price is per gram. Minimum order: 50g.
Ecafil – Zambia | Pistachio Nude
Zambia by Ecafil is a lightweight Italian cotton yarn with a matte finish, breathable structure, and exceptional softness. Crafted for warm-weather garments and gentle everyday wear, it delivers clarity in every stitch and elegance in every drape. Ideal for airy textures and minimal silhouettes, Zambia is a go-to choice for refined cotton projects.
🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 100% Cotton – breathable, soft, and gentle on the skin
⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 420m/100g (459yds/3.5oz) – light cotton yarn suitable for single or multi-strand use
🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 1 strand — 2.0–2.5mm (US 0–1.5) – fingering weight
✔ 2 strands — 3.0mm (US 2.5) – sport weight
✔ 3 strands — 4.0mm (US 6) – DK weight
🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 1 strand — Fingering
✔ 2 strands — Sport
✔ 3 strands — DK
🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Light – NM 4.2 / Tex 238 / YPP 1926
📌 Weaving Disclaimer
Please note: Weaving results may vary depending on loom settings, tension, and weaving technique. We recommend testing a small sample before starting a project.
✨ Key Features
✔ 100% cotton – natural, breathable, and soft
✔ Matte finish – clean and elegant look
✔ Fluid drape – suitable for relaxed silhouettes
✔ Defined stitch texture – ideal for minimal and openwork knits
🎨 Color Description
Pistachio Nude – A soft blend of beige and muted pistachio green. Gentle and serene, this pastel tone brings quiet refinement to airy summer knits and relaxed, layered designs.
👕 Perfect For
Clean-cut summer tops, baby items, lightweight cardigans, and relaxed silhouettes with a subtle designer mood.
📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M)
• Top or tee: 120–190g (500–800m / 547–875yds / 4.2–6.7oz)
• Sweater: 215–290g (900–1200m / 984–1312yds / 7.6–10.2oz)
• Cardigan: 260–335g (1100–1400m / 1203–1531yds / 9.2–11.8oz)
• Baby set or top: 70–100g (300–400m / 328–437yds / 2.5–3.5oz)
💡 Care Instructions
We recommend gentle hand washing in cool water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry to maintain the yarn’s softness and structure.
📌 Color Disclaimer
Please note: actual color may vary slightly due to screen settings and lighting. Always swatch before starting your project.
⚠️ Swatching Required
Fiber behavior varies. Please knit or weave a swatch before starting your project. This yarn is not superwash-treated.