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DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk

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  • 25 g (0.88 oz)
  • 140 m (153 yd)
  • Logo of a circular design with intersecting lines77% Alpaca, 23% Silk

Color:
DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk 01 Off White – alpaca silk yarn
Off White Color code: 01
Low stock: 20 left
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Product details
  • Brand: DROPS
  • Content: 77% Alpaca, 23% Silk
  • Weight: 25 g (0.88 oz)
  • Length: 140 m (153 yd)
  • Yarn Weight: Worsted
  • Recommended needles: 5 mm
  • Recommended crochet hook: 5 mm
Why choose DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk?
  • Brushed Alpaca and Silk: DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk blends 77% superfine alpaca with 23% mulberry silk, brushed to a soft halo, at 140 m per 25 g. Many knitters pick it instead of mohair because it feels gentler on skin.
  • Fine Look, Aran Gauge: The strand looks thin, but the halo fills out to aran gauge: 17 stitches per 10 cm on 5 mm needles, so sweaters grow fast. The fibers grip each other, making it slow to rip back.
  • Featherlight Warm Layers: Sweaters, cardigans, cowls and shawls come out very light yet warm, with a quiet silk sheen. Hand wash at max 30°C and dry flat; brushed alpaca can pill where sleeves and sides rub.
Description

DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk – Soft Alpaca with a Silk Sheen

DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk pairs brushed superfine alpaca with mulberry silk for a yarn that's warm, light and softly lustrous. The brushed finish gives a gentle halo similar to mohair — perfect for sweaters, cowls and shawls that need drape without bulk.

Why choose DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk?

  • Warm Without Weight: Alpaca traps warmth while staying light and soft against the skin.
  • Silk Sheen: Mulberry silk adds subtle shine and a smooth hand.
  • Skin-Safe Comfort: Certified Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Class II, tested for direct skin contact.

Information

  • Brand: DROPS (Garnstudio)
  • Content: 77% Alpaca, 23% Silk
  • Weight: 25 g (0.9 oz)
  • Length: 140 m (153 yd)
  • Yarn Weight: 4: Worsted – Aran (DROPS Group C)
  • Recommended needles: 5 mm (US 8)
  • Gauge: 17 sts x 22 rows = 10 x 10 cm
  • Care: Hand wash gentle 30°C, dry flat
  • Made in: Peru
Certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100

DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk is certified by OEKO-TEX® Standard 100, Class II — tested free from harmful substances and safe for direct skin contact.

TIPS & TRICKS

Pro Tip: The halo hides stitches, so counting and fixing mistakes takes patience. Place stitch markers every 20 stitches, run a lifeline through a plain round before raglan or lace sections, and if you must rip back, pull slowly and tease the fibers apart rather than yanking the strand.

OEKO-TEX
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 certified yarn

Free from harmful substances, safe for skin contact.

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Reviews about DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk

Urve P.
It's very nice to knit, I make a sweater out of it, haven't knitted yet
DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk – Anonymous
Anonymous
Very warm, I knit together with Sylky Wool Yarn Art, 5. No. of needles
Anonymous
very nice knitting

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About Product

How many balls of DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk for a sweater?

Usually 7–8 balls for an adult sweater in size M. Aran-gauge pullovers need about 850–1,100 m, and each 25 g ball holds 140 m, so 850–1,100 m ÷ 140 m gives 7–8 balls. That means the whole sweater weighs only around 175–200 g.

Can DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk be held with another yarn?

Yes, it works as a halo strand in the same way as mohair. Held with a smooth fingering yarn such as YarnArt Forza, it gives a warmer, fuller fabric with a silky halo. The combined strand is thicker than either yarn alone, so swatch to find your needle size.

DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk vs DROPS Kid-Silk: what is the difference?

Brushed Alpaca Silk is thicker and usually knitted on its own. It is 77% alpaca with 140 m per 25 g, knitting to 17 stitches per 10 cm on 5 mm. DROPS Kid-Silk is a lace-weight 75% mohair with 210 m per 25 g, mostly held with another yarn to add halo.

Does DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk shed?

A little, especially in the first wears, as is normal for brushed yarns. Loose fibres come away from the surface and the halo settles. Shake the finished piece outdoors and give it a gentle hand wash before wearing it over dark fabrics, and store it folded rather than hung.

Shipping

How long does international delivery take?

Standard shipping usually takes 5–8 business days within the EU and 5–20 business days to other countries. Read more

Will I have to pay additional customs duties or taxes when my order arrives?

No unexpected fees should be charged upon delivery. Any applicable import duties and taxes are calculated and displayed at checkout, so you can see the total cost before completing your order.

Returns & Refunds

How long do I have to return an item?

You have 90 days from the date of purchase to return an item. To qualify for a full refund, it must be unused, in its original condition, and have the original labels or packaging intact.

Who pays for return shipping?

Customers are normally responsible for return shipping costs, and the original shipping cost is non-refundable. However, if you received a defective or incorrect item, VILRITA will cover the return shipping cost or arrange a replacement.

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