Alicia Yarn: Cotton-Blend DK Weight for Summer Projects
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Picture yourself on a warm summer afternoon, working on that perfect lightweight cardigan or breezy tank top. That's exactly what Alicia yarn brings to your craft basket - a beautiful cotton-polyamide blend that feels soft against your skin while maintaining the structure your projects need.
What makes Alicia truly special is its thoughtful 72% cotton and 28% polyamide composition. The cotton gives you that breathable, natural feel we all love for summer garments, while the polyamide adds durability and shape retention. This means your finished projects will look as good after multiple washes as they did fresh off your needles.
If you're planning a whole summer wardrobe makeover, consider pairing Alicia with some complementary yarns. For delicate baby items, Baby Design offers the same generous yardage with a pure acrylic softness that's perfect for little ones. When you want to add some sparkle to evening pieces, Magic Light provides that same DK weight with a subtle shimmer. And for those who prefer pure cotton projects, Camilla Cotton delivers 100% mercerized cotton in a sport weight that works beautifully alongside Alicia's versatility.
The DK weight classification means Alicia sits in that sweet spot between sport and worsted weight - not too thin, not too thick. It's the Goldilocks of yarn weights for summer crafting. You can work up lightweight sweaters that won't leave you overheated, create sturdy bags that will hold their shape, or whip up quick accessories like headbands and lightweight scarves.
Each package comes with four 100-gram balls, giving you a total of 400 grams to work with. That's roughly 1,440 meters or about 1,575 yards of yarn - enough for most adult garments or several smaller projects. The generous yardage means fewer joins in your work and less worry about running short on a single dye lot.
Available in vibrant red and sunny yellow, Alicia brings cheerful color options to your summer projects. Both shades work beautifully for everything from children's clothing to bright home decor accents.
What makes Alicia truly special is its thoughtful 72% cotton and 28% polyamide composition. The cotton gives you that breathable, natural feel we all love for summer garments, while the polyamide adds durability and shape retention. This means your finished projects will look as good after multiple washes as they did fresh off your needles.
If you're planning a whole summer wardrobe makeover, consider pairing Alicia with some complementary yarns. For delicate baby items, Baby Design offers the same generous yardage with a pure acrylic softness that's perfect for little ones. When you want to add some sparkle to evening pieces, Magic Light provides that same DK weight with a subtle shimmer. And for those who prefer pure cotton projects, Camilla Cotton delivers 100% mercerized cotton in a sport weight that works beautifully alongside Alicia's versatility.
The DK weight classification means Alicia sits in that sweet spot between sport and worsted weight - not too thin, not too thick. It's the Goldilocks of yarn weights for summer crafting. You can work up lightweight sweaters that won't leave you overheated, create sturdy bags that will hold their shape, or whip up quick accessories like headbands and lightweight scarves.
Each package comes with four 100-gram balls, giving you a total of 400 grams to work with. That's roughly 1,440 meters or about 1,575 yards of yarn - enough for most adult garments or several smaller projects. The generous yardage means fewer joins in your work and less worry about running short on a single dye lot.
Available in vibrant red and sunny yellow, Alicia brings cheerful color options to your summer projects. Both shades work beautifully for everything from children's clothing to bright home decor accents.
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Fiber Content | 72% Cotton, 28% Polyamide |
| Yarn Weight | DK Light (Category 3) |
| Brand | Ice Yarns |
| Package Size | 4 balls per pack |
| Ball Weight | 100g (3.53oz) per ball |
| Yardage | 360m (393.70yds) per ball |
| Available Colors | Red, Yellow |
