SCHEDA RAPIDA: Composition: 97% Acrylic, 3% Polyester (Lurex) | Weight: 100 grams | Length: 380 meters | Recommended needles: 2.5-3 | Recommended crochet hook: 2-2.5 | Feature: Microfiber with protected tone-on-tone lurex

TECHNICAL BREAKDOWN: What are you really buying?

Chuck Lurex is the evolution of the iconic Tessiland Chuckyarn, combining premium acrylic microfiber quality with the luminous elegance of lurex. Its technical structure delivers superior softness, excellent meterage, and long-lasting shine—making it a great choice if you want a glittery yarn that still feels comfortable.

1. Composition and features of Lurex acrylic microfiber

Chuck Lurex is made of 97% acrylic microfiber and 3% lurex polyester, a blend designed to deliver maximum comfort along with decorative sparkle. The acrylic microfiber used is top quality, with exceptional fineness that feels especially soft and is a pleasure to work with.

What makes this yarn special is its smart construction: the metallic lurex strand is completely wrapped and protected by the acrylic microfiber, which acts as a cushion between the sparkle and your skin. That means, unlike many traditional lurex yarns, Chuck Lurex doesn’t cause irritation or discomfort, making it suitable even for very sensitive skin.

The tone-on-tone lamé gives an elegant, discreet shimmer—never overpowering—enhancing any project without looking “too much.” With 380 meters per 100 grams, this yarn offers excellent yield, letting you complete even larger projects with just a few balls.

2. How to work with Chuck Lurex: recommended needles and crochet hook

For the best results with Chuck Lurex, use 2.5 to 3 mm needles or a 2 to 2.5 mm crochet hook. These sizes help create an even, compact fabric that highlights both microfiber softness and lurex shine.

Chuck Lurex is surprisingly smooth to work with thanks to the quality of the acrylic fiber. It glides nicely through your fingers and over your tools, making the process fast and enjoyable even for long projects. Its flexibility suits simple stitches like stockinette or garter, as well as more detailed work such as cables, lace and textured stitches.

Chuck Lurex keeps excellent stitch definition, and the lurex component enhances relief and texture by catching the light. It’s especially well suited for projects that need stretch and softness, such as shawls, wraps, and garments that should drape comfortably on the body.

• Practical tip: start with a 10x10 cm swatch to check your tension and match your pattern
• Great for both dense and airy fabrics, depending on your style
• Perfect for techniques like jacquard, intarsia and colorwork when paired with other Chuck yarns

3. Ideal projects and makes with a lurex yarn

Chuck Lurex is an extremely versatile yarn that fits a wide range of creative projects. Its unique mix of softness and shimmer makes it perfect for garments, accessories, and home décor accents.

For wearables, Chuck Lurex is ideal for lightweight sweaters, elegant cardigans, summer tops, and spring knits. The microfiber softness ensures all-day comfort, while lurex adds a refined touch that makes every piece special. It’s especially appreciated for evening looks or occasions when you want something more elevated.

Accessories are where Chuck Lurex really shines: scarves, shawls, wraps, baktus, cowls and hats look elegant and feel comfortable. The lurex catches light in a delicate way, creating a sophisticated glow without being flashy.

• Home décor: decorative throws, cushions, blankets and table runners gain a unique character
• Creative pairings: combine Chuck Lurex with solid Chuck or Chuck Batik to play with texture and shine
• Perfect for festive décor and seasonal projects that call for sparkle
• Great for gift projects: Chuck Lurex accessories are always appreciated

4. Quality and value of Chuck acrylic yarn

If you’ve always thought acrylic was a lower-quality fiber, Chuck Lurex will completely change your mind. Tessiland selected a high-end acrylic microfiber that rivals more expensive fibers in softness, fineness, and comfort.

Chuck Lurex offers exceptional value for money: with a modest investment, you get high performance, generous meterage (380 meters per 100 grams), and a finished look that feels decidedly luxurious. That means you can create sparkling projects without prohibitive costs, keeping creativity accessible.

The high meterage is a major advantage: with just a few balls you can complete medium to large projects, optimizing both budget and time. Each 100-gram ball provides 380 meters—plenty to help you plan accurately and avoid running short.

On Tessiland you’ll always find the dye lot/batch number shown directly on the product page—an unmatched level of transparency. This lets you check availability and, if needed, contact customer support (real people, not bots!) to help you choose balls from the same lot when your project requires perfect color consistency.

5. Creative combinations: Chuck Lurex with other yarns

One of Chuck Lurex’s biggest strengths is its perfect compatibility with the other yarns in the Tessiland Chuck line. This opens up endless creative possibilities for anyone who loves experimenting with textures, colors and effects.

Pairing with solid Chuck is especially popular: you can alternate stripes or sections of lurex with the same color in a matte version, creating a shiny–matte contrast that adds visual depth. This is perfect for shawls, blankets, sweaters and accessories when you want a decorative effect without too much sparkle.

Shaded Chuck Batik is another winning match: combining tone-on-tone lurex with Batik’s soft color transitions creates a high-impact look, ideal for statement pieces such as oversized wraps, cardigans, or decorative throws. The Batik gradients are enhanced by lurex reflections, creating an almost three-dimensional effect.

• Stripe technique: alternate Chuck Lurex and regular Chuck for shiny and matte bands
• Colorwork and jacquard: use Chuck Lurex for highlights and motifs you want to stand out
• Edging and finishes: add a luminous touch by finishing solid Chuck projects with Chuck Lurex borders
• Multicolor projects: combine different Chuck Lurex shades for sparkling color effects
• Experiment with intarsia techniques to place lurex details in specific areas

Care: How to keep your pieces looking great over time

Caring for pieces made with Chuck Lurex is easy and fits modern life, keeping your creations beautiful and long-lasting without special effort.

• First wash by hand: we always recommend a gentle first hand wash in lukewarm water (no more than 30°C) to help the piece settle properly and stabilize the fibers
• Next washes in the machine: after the first wash, you can use the washing machine following the instructions on the ball band, selecting a delicate program for synthetics
• Neutral detergent: use gentle detergents without optical brighteners or harsh additives that could dull the lurex over time
• Low spin: set a low spin speed (max 600 rpm) to reduce stress on the fibers and help maintain shape
• Air dry: dry flat on a level surface, away from direct heat sources and strong sunlight that could affect the shine
• No tumble dryer: avoid mechanical drying, which may damage the lurex component and reduce microfiber softness
• Optional ironing: if needed, iron on low heat with a lukewarm iron, ideally using a protective cloth between iron and fabric
• Storage: fold without over-compressing and store in a dry place away from direct light

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