by Federico Scatizzi | Dec 5, 2024 | Knitting
Batuffolo Nm. 2/20 x 4 strands with needles 4 sample 10×10 cm. Washed sample 18 stitches x 28 rows – unwashed sample 18 stitches for 27 rows Nm. 2/28 x 4 strands with needles 3.5 sample 10×10 cm. Washed sample 21 stitches for 32 rows – unwashed...
by Federico Scatizzi | Dec 4, 2024 | Knitting
Waxing yarn at home Yarn Waxing: A Fundamental Process in Textile Manufacturing Yarn waxing is an essential treatment in textile production, designed to improve the properties of the yarn and facilitate its use during subsequent manufacturing processes. This process,...
by Federico Scatizzi | Dec 1, 2024 | Knitting
In the textile industry, the term “micron” is a unit of measurement used to define the diameter of textile fibers. A micron is equal to one thousandth of a millimeter (0.001 mm). The fineness of a fiber is important because it affects its characteristics,...
by Federico Scatizzi | Nov 22, 2024 | Cashmere
Differences Between Cashmere, Alpaca, and Wool: Which Yarn Is Right for You? When it comes to knitting, crocheting, or selecting yarns for textile projects, cashmere, alpaca, and wool are among the most beloved and appreciated fibers. Each has unique characteristics...
by Federico Scatizzi | Nov 14, 2024 | Cashmere
Cashmere Vanisé Yarn: Refinement and Innovation in Knitwear Cashmere vanisé yarn is one of the most celebrated innovations in the textile world, combining the luxurious softness of cashmere with the versatility of vanisé knitting techniques. This type of yarn is...
