Bulky 2.75-3.75 sts/in
test caption placement
Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa
Wow, Classic Elite Ariosa is incredibly soft! With the superior softness of extrafine merino and a touch of cashmere combined with a heavier gauge, you’ll have cozy projects that work up fast with Classic Elite Ariosa. Made in Italy.
NOTE: Classic Elite changed the fiber content of Ariosa from 90% Extrafine Merino/10% Cashmere to 100% Extrafine Merino. Our stock will be mixed until the old fiber content has been depleted.
- Content:
- 100% Extrafine Merino Wool
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 50g/87yd
- Gauge:
- 3.5 sts = 1 on US 10.5
- Knitting Weight:
- Bulky
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 24 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
100%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Good weight (20)
- Knits quickly (20)
- Soft (19)
- Dyed evenly (16)
- Nice texture (16)
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves (15)
- Hats (14)
- Sweaters (13)
- Felting (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (14), Novice (7), Artist (6), Parent (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (18), Yes (3)
Most Liked Positive Review
Lovely yarn, but color not as shown
The yarn is beautiful - extremely soft and a pleasure to knit with. However, the color was notably different than how it appeared online. The "russet" was depicted as vivid dar...Read complete review
The yarn is beautiful - extremely soft and a pleasure to knit with. However, the color was notably different than how it appeared online. The "russet" was depicted as vivid dark orange, but in reality is a kind of pinky brick red - pretty enough, but almost identical to a sweater I already had and definitely not what I expected. I kept it anyway because if feels so nice, and I realize the site can't totally control how colors appear on different monitors, but this is a definite downside to online ordering.
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Average single ply chunky yarn
I ordered one ball of this yarn because the it looked so pretty on the monitor and had a great description. It is affordable and the colors are very pretty. Once I knitted it ...Read complete review
I ordered one ball of this yarn because the it looked so pretty on the monitor and had a great description. It is affordable and the colors are very pretty. Once I knitted it up, however, it lost a lot of its appeal. Just moving the yarn around in your lap makes it come apart, shed, and ultimately, my swatch looked like it had been through the wash before I even finished it. I sheds in wisps, and the yarn loses its luminosity as it becomes fabric. I wet blocked my swatch to see if it would improve the appearance and it made it worse. The yarn just fell apart. Azapa by Araucania, Cocoon by Rowan, and Lustra by Berrocco were much better. I did order a very dark color, Damson, so maybe that made the appearance worse. I did not purchase more of this yarn. It did knit to gauge as stated.
Reviewed by 24 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-10
Previous | Next »
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Very soft
Cons
- Breaks
Best Uses
- Felting
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
I really enjoyed knitting with this yarn, you just need to be careful not to pull it too hard or it breaks.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
Love this yarn - so soft and the colors are vibrant and beautiful. Knits up quickly and soft enough for little ones.
Service and delivery comments:
Fast shipping!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
Very bouncy when knitting, but blocks beautifully. Great stitch definition.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
Knitted 2 cowls with that yarn. Very good stitch definition. Very soft. Will use it again
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
The yarn is beautiful - extremely soft and a pleasure to knit with. However, the color was notably different than how it appeared online. The "russet" was depicted as vivid dark orange, but in reality is a kind of pinky brick red - pretty enough, but almost identical to a sweater I already had and definitely not what I expected. I kept it anyway because if feels so nice, and I realize the site can't totally control how colors appear on different monitors, but this is a definite downside to online ordering.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
I would use this yarn for hats, sweaters. Can't wait to get started
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautiful colors
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
It is perfect for knintting scarves, which is what I knit most often. I love how soft it is, which makes it both a pleasure to knit and to wear.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
- Snags
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
Very soft against the skin.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Unravels
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
Love the lofty softness! Great for cowls and hats, hope to also make a big cosy sweater. Bulky but light weight. Splits a bit but I didn't have problems. The blend and the 100% merino are both really soft. And also, it's really soft!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Classic Elite Yarns Ariosa:
I made my first cowl with this for a Christmas gift and it turned out beautifully. So soft. I'll be sure to make another.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Displaying reviews 1-10
Previous | Next »
Webs Discount
- 20% Off
- On highlighted items totaling $60 or more!
- 25% Off
- On highlighted items totaling $120 or more!