| S. Charles Collezione Nepal |
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| Written by Barbara Rottman | |||
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The Look Nepal is a knitter’s fantasy. It’s a long stapled soft and luminous cotton yarn that is lightweight, resilient and soft. Nepal knits into supple fabrics in a sophisticated, all-season color palette.
The Feel It’s hard to believe, but this cotton rates a 9 on the softness scale. Say goodbye to stiff, brittle cotton. Now you can knit with and wear soft supple cotton.
The Patterns The Beyonce Structured Tee in Nepal yarn is a knockout. The sleeveless tank has an attractive waist detail, deeply scooped neckline rolled hems. The flattering diagonal lines and simple stitch detail against a smooth stockinette background reflected an understated smartness. Wear it alone or under a jacket. You’ll also find patterns featuring Nepal in the Spring/Summer edition of Vogue Knitting International. Color Range Although Nepal’s palette is bright, there’s a heathery quality to the softly plied strands that adds depth. Aqua glows with a pearlescent, and olive is anything but drab. Combine any of the 12 classic shades of Nepal its companion yarn, multi-toned Nepal Print, for even more color range.
Working It Nepal knits like lamb’s wool. It’s soft and smooth but holds its shape. Nine double plies of finely spun long staple cotton are softly twisted together into a yarn that holds its shape without adding weight. Whether you choose texture or smooth surfaces, you’ll be pleased with the performance of his premium cotton yarn.
What I’d Like to Make with It Nothing says summer like a cool, breezy tee-top. Embellish a simple sleeveless top with lace or a simple pattern stitch, and chances are you will find a reason to wear it everywhere. This lightweight cotton is cool, silky and comfortable. It is a key ingredient to summer wardrobes, but will afford year round wear as well.
Knitting Outside the Box If you have considered using cotton for baby or kids knits, give Nepal a try. It is soft enough to soothe a tiny baby. Nepal is suitable for an entire layette from afghan, cap, or booties up through toddler jumpers and pullovers. While you’re at it, knit a lacy or textured spa cloth for Mom.
Blocking It
Lay flat to dry.
Washing It
Can be hand or machine washed on cool setting.
Wearability The staple is long, strong and supple. None of it sheds or breaks off in the knitting, so you can expect Nepal to glimmer and shine. The relaxed spinning of multiple plies helps to counteract the tendency to stretch widthwise, but Nepal is still cotton, so launder it gently and lay flat to dry. Avoid heat to prevent shrinkage and protect the vibrancy of your knitting. Overall Recommendation
Knitters who demand cotton over any other fiber will rate Nepal #10.
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