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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
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Classic Elite YarnsAriosa
 
4.5

(based on 24 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (15)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (7)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

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

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    4.0

    Very soft

    By Paula

    from Clearwater, Fl

    About Me Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    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

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    So soft!

    By Lisa

    from Plymouth, MI

    About Me Enthusiast, Parent

    Verified Buyer

    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

      Comment on this review

       
      5.0

      Beautiful yarn

      By Theresia

      from Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio

      About Me Enthusiast, Parent

      Verified Buyer

      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

        Comment on this review

         
        5.0

        Lovely yarn

        By Knithel

        from Albany. NY

        About Me Artist, Enthusiast

        Verified Buyer

        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

          Comment on this review

           
          4.0

          Lovely yarn, but color not as shown

          By Karla

          from NY

          About Me Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          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

            Comment on this review

             
            5.0

            I would buy this product again!

            By Judith the musician

            from Nashville, TN

            About Me Enthusiast, Novice

            Verified Buyer

            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

              Comment on this review

               
              5.0

              Super soft!

              By scarves!!!

              from Washington, DC

              About Me Novice

              Verified Buyer

              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

                Comment on this review

                 
                4.0

                Soft and cosy

                By Avid knitter

                from Maryland, USA

                About Me Avid knitter

                See all my reviews

                Verified Buyer

                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

                Comment on this review

                 
                5.0

                Fluffy deliciousness

                By Knitress

                from DC

                About Me Artist, Enthusiast, Novice

                Verified Buyer

                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

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                5.0

                So soft and easy to work with

                By Ida

                from Boulder CO

                About Me Novice

                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

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