QUICK SPECS: 100% long-staple cotton ball, tightly twisted, mercerised – ombré version.
Weight: 100 grams | Length: 260 metres | Recommended needles: 2-2.5 | Recommended crochet hook: 1.5-2.
Amanda Sfumato Cotton Lisle n.5
Amanda Sfumato 5 is the multicolour version of Tessiland’s best-selling Cotton Lisle. The technical features remain identical to the solid Amanda 5: the same long-staple cotton, the same compact twist, the same deep mercerisation. What changes is the controlled ombré dye, developed to create smooth, harmonious colour transitions—without harsh breaks or irregular changes in hand feel.
The shades change, not the quality
Amanda’s shaded colourways are designed exclusively for Tessiland, following careful seasonal research into colour palettes. The dyeing is calibrated to keep stitches clean and consistent: the colour transitions flow through the work without “muddying” the pattern, enhancing both simple stitches and intricate lace.
It’s a yarn that delivers a strong decorative impact even with straightforward projects, reducing the need for manual colour changes and joins.
TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: what really changes in the ombré version?
Structurally, Amanda Sfumato 5 is identical to the solid version. Differences are solely related to dyeing and how the yarn reads visually as you work.
1. Unchanged technical base
100% long-staple cotton, mercerised and multi-ply twisted. Practical effect: the same strength, the same glide, the same dimensional stability as solid Amanda 5.
2. Controlled shaded dyeing
Colour shifts happen gradually. Practical effect: no abrupt breaks, and a harmonious look on runners, large doilies, shawls and summer wear.
3. Stitch readability
The shaded effect emphasises texture and stitch changes. Technical note: on very dense or geometric stitches, the colour shift appears slower and “wider”; on lace stitches it looks more obvious and decorative.
4. Colour result and dye lots
Because it’s an artistic dye process, small variations between dye lots are normal. Tip: buy the quantity you need in one order for larger projects.
5. Limits to be aware of
The shaded is not symmetrical: two identical balls won’t guarantee the same starting colour point. For mirrored pieces (sleeves, panels), you’ll need to manage where you begin the yarn.
Care: preserving colour and stitch definition
For the first washes, a gentle hand wash is best, and it also helps the stitches “settle”. Afterwards, you can machine wash at max 30°C. Dry flat, away from heat sources and direct light. Avoid aggressive fabric softeners: they can dull the mercerisation and weigh down the ombré effect.
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