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Cascade Yarns Pastaza
Cascade Pastaza is a wonderful llama/wool blend. The llama adds softness and warmth while the wool lightens the weight. It is available in many beautiful colors, including several gorgeous heathers. Made in Peru.
Check out Brooklyn Tweed's Girasole blanket for a great pattern using 14 hanks of Pastaza. You can purchase and download it now in the Ravelry pattern store.
- Content:
- 50% Llama/50%Peruvian Wool
- Care:
- Hand Wash
- Weight/Yardage:
- 100g/132yds
- Gauge:
- 4 sts = 1" on US 9
- Knitting Weight:
- Worsted
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 52 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Knits quickly (37)
- Nice texture (37)
- Good weight (35)
- Soft (35)
- Dyed evenly (28)
Cons
- Sheds (8)
- Coarse (3)
- Twists up (3)
Best Uses
- Sweaters (22)
- Hats (21)
- Scarves (20)
- Felting (16)
- Gloves (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (27), Artist (9), Collector (5), Designer (4), Parent (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (41), Yes (5)
Most Liked Positive Review
Very nice Aran
I quite like this yarn and have purchased a ton of it(both plain and 'paints') here at WEBS where it is nearly always on sale : ) YAY WEBS!
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I quite like this yarn and have purchased a ton of it(both plain and 'paints') here at WEBS where it is nearly always on sale : ) YAY WEBS!
The yarn is very thick for it's worsted classification, I think it's more an aran or even a 'light' bulky. (Wishing all the listings/labels gave WPI instead of the stiches per inch. SPI vary with needle/knitter WPI does not)
I like the texture of the yarn, it is not SUPER soft - is still woolly & 'rustic' but not scratchy. Great range of colors. Knits up wonderfully fast, a lofty/loose spin but not too loose. Gives excellent definition to both simple and complex patterns. Once its knit it doesn't shed much- as knitted? well, a little but not near as much as many other lofty single plies.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Super itchy
While the llama adds a bit of sheen to the yarn (and that looks nice when knitted up), the feel of the knitted garment is so rough and itchy that it's almost unwearable. ...Read complete review
While the llama adds a bit of sheen to the yarn (and that looks nice when knitted up), the feel of the knitted garment is so rough and itchy that it's almost unwearable. I would not use this yarn again for anything other than bags or coasters.
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Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
- Sheds
Best Uses
- Felting
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
Excellent yarn for the price. Only down side is the shedding. Would purchase again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
Cons
- Coarse
Best Uses
- Gloves
- Hats
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
Wonderful for a heavy sweater for boating or other excursions in a cold climate. Not recommended for scarves or lighter crochet wear.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Lightly Sheds In Knitting
Best Uses
- Felting
- Gloves
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
Makes beautiful fabric by itself.
Have put w/another yarn to make a heavier fabric for jacket wgt--PERFECT!!!
Mixed colors for icelandic patterns and Pastaza makes the pattern pop!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Beautiful Soft Yarn
- Good Weight
- Love Varied Coloration
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
I purchased two different colors and they're both great. I'm making a scarf and then plan to make a sweater with the second color. so far, the yarn is enjoyable to work with.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
I love this yarn. I am sorry its discontinued.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Hides Mistakes
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
Cons
- Sheds
Best Uses
- Blanket
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
Great yarn, I loved it so much I bought more of it in other colors. It knits fast, it's warm, and I've been using it for winter blankets. The only thing is that it sheds A LOT. But I figure it's worth it nonetheless.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
- Hats
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
I'm planning a shrug and also felted items, i.e. mittens and hats.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Colors Shimmer-no Glitter
- Dyed Evenly
- Garments Keep Shape
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Luxurious Feel
- Nice Texture
- Price Reasonable
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
I have used Pastaza for, at least, ten sweaters dating back 21 years. The original sweater is still being worn often. It works particularly well with cables and holds their shape.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
I made a long sweater out of this yarn for my mother a couple of years ago and it really withstands the hands of time. It's still just as nice as when I made it and the best part is that it hasn't pilled at all. I don't find it to be rough and the blending of shades is really nice.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Don~~~apos~~~t Discontinue
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Felting
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Cascade Yarns Pastaza:
Great yarn
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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