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Louisa Harding Merletto
Louisa Harding Merlotto is a combination of viscose, polyamide, and linen that is perfect for spring and summer garments. Its unique texture is accented by the sheen of the viscose strand twisted with the matte linen strand. This lends a lovely interest to projects knit with Louisa Harding Merlotto. Made in Italy.
- Content:
- 46% Viscose/34% Polyamide/20% Linen
- Care:
- Machine Wash Gentle Cold, Dry Flat
- Weight/Yardage:
- 50g/98yd
- Gauge:
- 5.5 sts = 1" on US 5
- Knitting Weight:
- DK
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 7 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
57%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Nice texture (4)
- Good weight (3)
- Soft (3)
Cons
- Snags (3)
Best Uses
- Sweaters (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (6)
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- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Snags
- Twists Up
- Unravels
Best Uses
Comments about Louisa Harding Merletto:
I am knitting the Sycamore vest, I hope it works out. The yarn doesn't show stitches well, don't use it for fancy stitches. The yarn also splits, peels and knots easily. Looks good but hard to work with, not sure I could recommend it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Comments about Louisa Harding Merletto:
Knit a shawl with a drop stitch in Glint (gray). Beautiful drape and sheen make it dressy, even with a simple stitch pattern. A little fuzzy.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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Comments about Louisa Harding Merletto:
Beware - the pictures are not accurate - not even close. This is a glitter yarn!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Louisa Harding Merletto:
I have knitted a caridgan, a shell, and a skirt with this yarn. It has a very pleasant feel in the hand. It has a lovely sheen and creates a beaufitul finished product.
I am so sorry that it has been discontinued.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
Cons
- Snags
- Stretches
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Louisa Harding Merletto:
Made "Louisa" from Cocoknits with this and absolutely love the sweater. The drape is amazing and it has a lovely sheen. The plain stockinette of the sweater really shows off the yarn beautifully. People see it and say "wow!"
I'd suggest knitting no looser than the recommended 22st/4" gauge as it wants to stretch under its own weight and has no memory whatsoever. Be a bit careful in wearing, as the lovely and shiny rayon component snags easily.
I liked this yarn enough that I ordered more for another sweater. That one is looking great as well, so will be ordering again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
Cons
- Splitty
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Louisa Harding Merletto:
This is a very pretty yarn. However, as others have mentioned, it is very splitty. There are also bits of hard fiber in the yarn that I remove as I knit along. The knitted product looks very nice though. Not sure if I would venture to buy this yarn again.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Snags
- Splits
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Louisa Harding Merletto:
Very beautiful yarn, love how it shimmers. But, it does have a tendency to split and snag while knitting - just have to slow down and knit carefully.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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Merchant response: The sheen of the viscose strand mentioned in the description definitely gives it a shimmery effect.