Pecci Filati S.P.A · Milady Melange 10000 · 1000m/100g (1094yds/3.5oz) · 49% Alpaca (WP) 30% Polyamide (PA) 21% Merino (WV)

Milady Melange 10000 by Pecci Filati S.P.A is a luxurious brushed blend combining 49% alpaca, 30% polyamide, and 21% merino wool in beautiful melange colorways. This sophisticated combination delivers alpaca's renowned softness and warmth, enhanced by merino's gentle elasticity and polyamide's durability and structure. The brushed finish creates a soft halo and plush hand feel, producing fabrics with beautiful drape and a cloud-like texture. In a single strand, it belongs to the Ultra Fine category, creating exceptionally lightweight garments with elegant surface and exceptional warmth-to-weight ratio.

Versatile Use

Designed for multi-strand knitting, Milady Melange 10000 transitions gracefully from ultra fine through lace, fingering, sport, DK, and worsted weight. The brushed alpaca-merino blend creates gorgeous textured fabrics across all strand counts, perfect for delicate shawls, cozy sweaters, wraps, accessories, and garments where softness and warmth are paramount. The generous polyamide content adds durability and shape retention, making this yarn suitable for both structured and drapey designs.

Fiber Content

49% Alpaca (WP) 30% Polyamide (PA) 21% Merino (WV)

Yarn Weight & Meterage

2 strands (Fingering): ~500m/100g (~547yds) • needles 3.5–4mm • hook 3.5–4mm

3 strands (Sport): ~333m/100g (~364yds) • needles 4–4.5mm • hook 4–4.5mm

4 strands (DK): ~250m/100g (~273yds) • needles 4.5–5mm • hook 4.5–5mm

5 strands (Worsted): ~200m/100g (~219yds) • needles 5.5–6mm • hook 5.5–6mm

Project Yardage Estimates

Top/Tee

2 strands (Fingering): 160–210g (800–1050m/875–1150yds)

3 strands (Sport): 240–315g (800–1050m/875–1150yds)

4 strands (DK): 320–420g (800–1050m/875–1150yds)

5 strands (Worsted): 395–525g (790–1050m/865–1150yds)

Sweater

2 strands (Fingering): 190–260g (960–1300m/1050–1420yds)

3 strands (Sport): 285–390g (950–1300m/1040–1420yds)

4 strands (DK): 385–520g (960–1300m/1050–1420yds)

5 strands (Worsted): 480–645g (960–1290m/1050–1410yds)

Cardigan

2 strands (Fingering): 240–340g (1200–1700m/1310–1860yds)

3 strands (Sport): 360–500g (1200–1665m/1310–1820yds)

4 strands (DK): 480–680g (1200–1700m/1310–1860yds)

5 strands (Worsted): 580–830g (1160–1660m/1270–1815yds)

Care Instructions

Hand wash gently in cool water

Use a mild detergent specifically for alpaca and wool blends

Lay flat to dry on a horizontal surface

Do not wring, twist, or agitate

The brushed finish benefits from gentle handling to preserve the soft halo

Steam lightly at low temperature if necessary

Swatching Required

A washed and thoroughly dried swatch is essential. This alpaca-merino blend may bloom slightly after washing, creating an even softer halo. The brushed finish creates a plush surface that can affect gauge, so accurate swatching ensures proper fit and yardage estimates.

Disclaimers

Color may appear different due to screen and lighting. Yarn is not eligible for return or exchange.