• SPN This alpaca wool knitting kit uses alpaca yarn from British and Irish farms, shown here in Wine
  • SPN This alpaca wool knitting kit uses alpaca yarn from British and Irish farms, shown here in Wine
  • Cotton alpaca project bag
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Knit Kit - Restful Spiral Cowl

Knit Kit - Restful Spiral Cowl

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Skill Level - Easy

This alpaca wool knit kit uses alpaca yarn from British and Irish farms. Seen here in Wine and available in a wide range of other alpaca colours. We love this thick textured look, created with simple method of creating the slanted effect of stitches. Once you are wearing it, the slanted stitches create a spiral effect. This cowl is from our Restful range, whichis intended for stress-free easy knitting that means you can focus on the conversation, the movie or just whatever you need to be thinking about. Each pattern is simple to work with, and has been tested on beginners, rusty knitters, and the very accomplished. Everyone reports that the yarn is fabulous soft and lovely to work with and all the feedback is that the styles are very restful to knit, and lovely to wear!

  • Size: 106 x 14 cm

Kit includes:

      • Cotton alpaca project bag
      • Standard 100g (225m) of Gorgeous DK yarn made from 75% alpaca/25% sheep
      • Pattern for this cowl
      • Optional Extra - 4.5mm x 80cm circular needles and stitch marker

    Designed by Michelle Gladwish

    The Wool

    • Weight of Yarn: #3, DK
    • Blend: 75% alpaca 25% sheep
    • Size: 4/9Nm giving 225m (245 yards) per 100g
    • Ball Size: 50g (112m)
    • Tension: 21 sts x 27 rows= 4"/10cm over stocking stitch with 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7)

    As with all Gorgeous alpaca DK kits, it's warm and cosy, but lightweight and breathes well. The alpaca yarn has a small amount of 100% natural sheep's wool blended in, which makes it easy to knit and crochet with, and still retains that wonderful alpaca softness.

    What's so great about alpaca yarn?

    • Alpaca yarn is highly valued for it's softness, warmth, and durability
    • The fibres are much finer, and generally longer, than sheep’s wool, which makes them softer and less itchy
    • It contains no lanolin which makes it hypo-allergenic (and also makes it more sustainable as it can be processed at very low temperatures)
    • It also has a natural sheen that gives finished items a luxurious look
    • Both sheep and alpaca fleece is water-repellent, but alpaca also wicks away the moisture

    Hand washing: Use lukewarm water and a specialist wool detergent. Hair conditioner in the final rinse will add extra softness.
    When washing and rinsing squeeze the garment rather than rubbing.
    Gently squeeze out excess water before rolling in a towel. Lay flat to dry.

    Washing machines: Modern machines with delicate programme at 20C using a wool delicate detergent. Can be spun at 400 RPM

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    Biodegradable

    Biodegradable

    Less Chemicals

    Less Chemicals

    Less Washing

    Less Washing

    Stain Resistant

    Stain Resistant

    No Ironing

    No Ironing

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Water Repellent

    Water Repellent

    Biodegradable

    Biodegradable

    Less Chemicals

    Less Chemicals

    Less Washing

    Less Washing

    Stain Resistant

    Stain Resistant

    No Ironing

    No Ironing

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Water Repellent

    Water Repellent

    Biodegradable

    Biodegradable

    Less Chemicals

    Less Chemicals

    Less Washing

    Less Washing

    Stain Resistant

    Stain Resistant

    No Ironing

    No Ironing

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Water Repellent

    Water Repellent

    Biodegradable

    Biodegradable

    Less Chemicals

    Less Chemicals

    Less Washing

    Less Washing

    Stain Resistant

    Stain Resistant

    No Ironing

    No Ironing

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Sustainable Alpaca

    Water Repellent

    Water Repellent

    Customer Reviews

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    Sarah R
    Restful spiral cowl

    I'm working on it now. Lovely soft wool. Easy to follow instructions and wonderful service as usual. My third Alpaca project 😊

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    Anita White
    Gorgesou yarn - great service

    "Gorgeous yarn lovely to knit with just wish l had chosen the wine instead of the cream colour thought the wine would look really rich, great service from the staff will shop again ."

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Natural fibers are biodegradable and decompose naturally, unlike synthetic fibers, which take over 200 years to degrade. During this time, they contribute to landfill waste, release greenhouse gases, and leach toxic chemicals into the environment.

    Alpaca material is stain-resistant, which means that it needs less washing and is less likely to get ruined by stains … and alpaca is stain-resistant without having chemicals and coatings added to it to make it so.

    Sustainable Fashion Story

    Alpaca yarn is naturally wrinkle-resistant, eliminating the need for ironing and reducing energy consumption. This helps lower carbon emissions, with ironing estimated to produce 190 kg of CO₂ per person annually.

    Unlike sheep and goats, alpacas graze sustainably by trimming grass instead of uprooting it. This allows the grass to regrow naturally, preserving the soil and supporting healthy ecosystems.