{"product_id":"gepard-woolia","title":"Gepard Woolia","description":"\u003ch2 data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoolia – A sustainable and natural merino yarn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoolia is an eco-friendly merino yarn, ideal for 4 to 6 mm needles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is made from a very unique wool, sourced from an ancient Italian sheep breed: the Merino Gentile di Puglia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn the Apulia region of Italy, sheep and lambs graze primarily among fruit and olive trees, on land farmed largely using organic methods and in vast natural areas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoolia is spun from the wool of this traditional Italian merino breed, native to the Apulia region. Raised in their natural environment, these sheep benefit from conditions favorable to their health and well-being.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis extensive farming method represents a particularly sustainable approach to wool production. It respects the environment, promotes animal welfare, and ensures good working conditions for the farmers. Transportation distances are also reduced, which helps limit CO₂ emissions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe farmers sort the wool themselves and sell it directly to the spinning mill. This direct relationship allows them to obtain better compensation while ensuring the traceability of the wool down to the small original flocks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA light, soft, and durable wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoolia is pleasantly soft and, according to the manufacturer, does not pill. For an equivalent thickness, it offers approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e30% more yardage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e compared to other yarns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis feature allows for the creation of surprisingly lightweight sweaters, even with cable or jacquard patterns.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt first touch, the wool may feel slightly dry. This is a natural characteristic of this particular merino, which gives it its lightness and allows finished garments to maintain their shape, regardless of the needle size used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWoolia is also comfortable to wear, practically does not itch, and retains a very beautiful appearance over time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeedles and gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of Woolia's great qualities is its versatility: it can be knitted with various needle sizes depending on the desired result.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe most common knitting tension is \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16 to 18 stitches per 10 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e6 mm needles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 15 stitches per 10 cm – ideal for shawls, blankets, and soft, airy knits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5.5 mm needles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 16 stitches per 10 cm – perfect for cables and jacquard, with a slightly soft drape.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e5 mm needles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 17 stitches per 10 cm – ideal for all types of sweaters.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4.5 mm needles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 18 stitches per 10 cm – suitable for long coats, men's sweaters, and projects requiring good durability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e4 mm needles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 19 stitches per 10 cm – recommended for sturdy knits, cushions, and projects that need to hold their shape well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnitting tip:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Woolia can also be paired with Kid Seta yarn for an even softer and fluffier result, using 5 to 6 mm needles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% Italian merino wool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 50 g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYardage:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 132 meters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended needles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 to 6 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon gauge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 16 to 18 stitches per 10 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoolia is an excellent choice for making sweaters, cardigans, shawls, and accessories that are lightweight, comfortable, and sustainable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wicked Wool","offers":[{"title":"Oat Grey - 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