Shirley merino wool and alpaca ball 50g

Shirley: the premium merino and alpaca yarn with colour flecks

Shirley is a refined yarn that blends the softness of extrafine merino with the light warmth of superfine baby alpaca, while viscose lends a fluid drape and a delicate sheen. What makes Shirley recognisable are its colour flecks, designed with restraint to create a special texture without ever being excessive, as befits fibres of this quality. It is part of Tessiland's range of alpaca and blended yarns.

A precious blend: extrafine merino, baby alpaca and viscose

Shirley's recipe balances three noble fibres. Extrafine merino (60%) brings softness and enveloping warmth, without itching. Superfine baby alpaca (25%) adds lightness and a precious warmth, typical of the finest fibres. Viscose (15%) completes the yarn with fluidity and a discreet sheen that makes every project drape beautifully. The result is a warm yet light yarn with an elegant hand, designed for a no. 3-4 crochet hook and no. 3.5-4 needles.

The colour-fleck effect

Shirley's character lies in its colour flecks: small speckles scattered along the yarn that bring life and depth to the surface of the work, with a tone-on-tone effect that is never loud. It is a refined finish that enhances even the simplest stitches and makes every garment unique, true to the value of the fibres. Shirley comes in a truly complete colour range.

What to make with Shirley

Shirley glides beautifully with the crochet hook: worked with the right size, it gives a truly wonderful hand, soft and even. For those who love knitting needles it soon becomes a must, because the very high quality of the Italian product is joined by the fineness of superfine alpaca and the richness of the colour range. It is ideal for sweaters, cardigans, tops and shawls with an elegant look, as well as accessories such as scarves, hats and cowls. With a no. 3-4 crochet hook and no. 3.5-4 needles it works up a 10×10 swatch of 20 stitches by 21-23 rows.