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Allen Acrylic fur Shaded Cake 100g
Cake in soft shaded pelliccia made of 58% Anti-Pilling Top Acrylic and 42% Polyamide, weighing 100 grams for 190 metres. Recommended needles 5.5-6 or crochet hook 5-5.5.
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QUICK SPECS: Composition: 58% Anti-Pilling Top Acrylic, 42% Polyamide | Weight: 100g | Length: 190m | Recommended needles: 5.5-6 | Recommended crochet hook: 5-5.5 | Type: Shaded pelliccia cake
Allen Acrylic Shaded Pelliccia Cake 100g: Softness and Colour Shading for Unique Creations
The Allen Cake in soft shaded pelliccia represents the evolution of a Tessiland classic, developed to offer delicate colour shading and an extraordinarily soft texture. With 100 grams of yarn for 190 metres, this cake blends 58% Anti-Pilling Top Acrylic and 42% Polyamide in a perfect formula for anyone looking for a contemporary, on-trend pelliccia effect.
Tessiland is proud to present the return of Allen with an even more up-to-date colour and structural reformulation. Every cake offers unique shaded tones that add depth and movement to your projects, from the first metre to the last. The blend of quality fibres guarantees a velvety touch similar to premium pelliccia textures, while the degradé effect makes it possible to achieve striking results even with simple stitches. Ideal for scarves, cowls, hats and accessories with a contemporary look, Allen works beautifully with 5.5-6 needles or a 5-5.5 crochet hook, allowing the fibre to perform at its best. Tessiland guarantees transparency on dye lots directly on the product page, a unique advantage for planning your projects with peace of mind.
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Technical analysis: what are you buying?
Allen Acrylic Shaded Pelliccia Cake stands out for its advanced technical composition and unique visual effect. Let’s take a closer look at the features that make this yarn perfect for soft, warm and fashion-forward creations.
1. Fibre Composition and Structure
The combination of 58% Anti-Pilling Top Acrylic and 42% Polyamide creates a carefully balanced blend designed to maximise softness and long-lasting durability. The Top Acrylic ensures a high-quality fibre with anti-pilling treatment, significantly reducing the formation of surface bobbles even after frequent use and washing.
The 42% Polyamide adds structural strength and contributes to the velvety hand feel typical of quality pelliccia yarns. This synthetic fibre also improves the yarn’s resilience, helping finished pieces retain their original shape over time.
The shaded pelliccia effect is achieved through a process that alternates complementary tones throughout the cake, creating soft and natural transitions. Each cake offers 190 metres in length, making it an excellent option for medium-sized projects using a single ball.
2. Yardage and Performance for Creative Projects
With 190 metres per 100 grams, Allen delivers excellent performance considering the yarn’s voluminous structure. The metres-to-weight ratio makes it suitable for:
- Scarves and cowls: one cake is generally enough for medium-length scarves or soft cowls
- Hats and beanies: a single cake covers most adult patterns
- Accessories: ear warmers, neck warmers, cuffs and other accessories with generous yardage
- Decorative details: trims, edgings and embellishments on basic garments
The bulky texture of this pelliccia yarn creates strong visual impact: even with just a few rows or crochet rounds, you get generous volume and instant coverage. That makes Allen especially popular for quick, high-impact projects.
Tessiland shows the batch/dye lot number directly on the product page, allowing you to check availability and plan purchases for multi-cake projects with complete transparency.
3. Recommended Techniques
Allen adapts perfectly to different techniques, with the best results achieved using 5.5-6 mm needles or a 5-5.5 mm crochet hook. These sizes allow the fibre to open up naturally, enhancing the pelliccia effect without weighing the work down.
Knitting:
- Stockinette stitch: enhances the colour shading with fluid transitions
- Simple ribbing: creates soft, voluminous textures, ideal for stretchy scarves
- Garter stitch: offers maximum simplicity with instantly effective results
Crochet:
- Double crochet: creates compact, structured surfaces, perfect for hats
- Treble crochet: quickly builds length for airy scarves
- Half treble crochet: the ideal balance between structure and speed
The nature of pelliccia fibre makes individual stitches less visible, allowing even beginners to achieve professional-looking results. Any minor imperfections are naturally disguised by the yarn’s full, textured finish.
4. Colour Effect and Shading
The degradé shaded effect is one of Allen’s most distinctive strengths. The colours alternate along the cake, creating natural transitions that bring movement and visual depth to finished projects, without the need to change balls or colours.
Each cake develops its shading in a unique way: the outer appearance of the ball may vary depending on the visible section of colour in the winding, but the full colour sequence remains consistent throughout the season. This ensures consistency for projects requiring multiple cakes in the same shade.
Allen’s colour palette has been designed in line with contemporary trends, with combinations ranging from:
- Natural tones: greys, beiges and browns in sophisticated combinations
- Pastel palettes: pink, sky blue and lilac for delicate effects
- Bold contrasts: brighter pairings for statement projects
Thanks to the transparency on dye lots guaranteed by Tessiland, you can immediately check the availability of the specific batch. If a lot is sold out, the customer service team with real people is available to help you find suitable solutions or compatible alternatives.
5. Performance and Comfort Over Time
The anti-pilling treatment of the Top Acrylic is a major added value: this technology drastically reduces the formation of annoying surface bobbles that can appear with wear and washing, helping garments keep a neat, well-finished look over time.
The 42% Polyamide contributes to wear resistance, which is especially important for frequently used accessories such as scarves and hats. This fibre also provides a degree of natural elasticity, allowing garments to adapt without losing shape.
From the point of view of thermal comfort, Allen offers:
- Excellent insulation: the voluminous structure traps air, creating an effective thermal barrier
- Softness to the touch: the velvety texture feels pleasant against the skin
- Lightweight feel: despite the generous volume, the actual weight remains well balanced
The yarn maintains dimensional stability after washing when cared for correctly, preserving its original shape and size. Quality acrylic fibre does not tend to felt, ensuring the soft pelliccia effect remains unchanged over time.
How to preserve your garments over time
Allen requires specific care to preserve its softness and pelliccia effect over time. By following the instructions on the band, you can keep your handmade pieces looking like new.
- First washes by hand: use lukewarm water and mild soap, handling gently without twisting or wringing the fibre
- Removing excess water: blot with a towel to remove excess moisture without wringing, preserving the bulky structure
- Dry flat: lay the garment flat on a level surface away from direct heat sources and sunlight
- No ironing: the pelliccia texture does not require ironing; avoid both iron and steam
- Subsequent washes: once the fibre has settled, machine washing is possible using a delicate cycle at low temperature
- Gentle spin cycle: can be used after the first washes, always at low speed
- No tumble dryer: intense heat could damage the synthetic fibres and alter the softness
- No chemical solvents: avoid aggressive stain removers and dry cleaning with solvents
- Storage: store garments folded in dry places, away from humidity and direct light
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- Composizione
- 100% acrilico top quality
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- UNCINETTO DA 5 A 6
Frequently asked questions
How many Allen cakes do I need to make a scarf?
For a classic scarf of medium length (around 150-160 cm) and standard width (20-25 cm), one single 100g cake is usually enough, thanks to the available 190 metres and the yarn’s voluminous structure. For longer or wider scarves, 2 cakes may be needed. We recommend checking the available batch/dye lot number on Tessiland before purchasing to ensure colour consistency.
Are the colour shades identical in all cakes from the same dye lot?
Yes, the colour sequence of the shading remains consistent throughout the entire dye lot/season. The outer look of the cake may vary depending on the visible section of colour in the winding, but once the yarn is worked up, you will find the same progression of tones. Tessiland shows the batch number directly on the product page for maximum transparency.
Is Allen suitable for garments worn directly against the skin?
Yes, Allen offers a soft, velvety texture that feels pleasant to the touch. The blend of Top Acrylic and Polyamide creates a delicate pelliccia effect, suitable for scarves, cowls and accessories worn next to the skin. As with any yarn, individual sensitivity may vary: for particularly sensitive skin, you can use Allen for trims and finishing details.
Can I machine wash garments made with Allen?
Yes, but only after the first few hand washes. At the beginning, gentle hand washing with mild soap is recommended to allow the fibre to settle. Afterwards, you can use the washing machine on a delicate cycle, with cool or lukewarm water and a low spin speed. Always avoid the tumble dryer, as it could damage the yarn’s soft structure.
Does the yarn tend to pill with use?
Allen is made with Anti-Pilling Top Acrylic, a specific treatment that significantly reduces the formation of surface bobbles. This feature helps garments stay neat and well cared for over time, even after repeated wear and washing. Polyamide further contributes to the yarn’s durability.
What is the difference between Allen and Aretha Slim?
Both are soft pelliccia-effect yarns, but with different characteristics. Allen features degradé shading throughout the cake (190m/100g) and a composition of 58% Anti-Pilling Acrylic - 42% Polyamide. Aretha Slim offers solid shades with different yardage and structure. The choice depends on the colour effect you want: shaded for Allen, solid for Aretha Slim.
Which technique gives the best results?
Allen works perfectly with both needles and crochet hook. In knitting, simple stitches such as stockinette or garter stitch enhance the shading without covering the pelliccia effect. In crochet, double crochet or half treble crochet create compact textures ideal for accessories. The yarn’s bulky nature helps disguise minor imperfections, making it perfect for beginners too.
Can Allen be combined with other yarns?
Yes, Allen is perfect for creative combinations. You can use it as a trim or finishing detail on garments made with smooth yarns, creating interesting texture contrasts. Or alternate it in stripes with coordinated yarns for original effects. Keep in mind that Allen’s bulky structure will tend to dominate visually in combinations.
How can I make sure I buy cakes from the same dye lot?
Tessiland is the only e-commerce store that shows the batch/dye lot number directly on the product page. Check this information before purchasing and, if you need more than one cake, buy them together to ensure consistency. If that lot is sold out, contact the customer service team with real people, who can help you find a solution.
How long does it take to complete a project with Allen?
Thanks to its bulky structure and generous needle/crochet hook sizes (5.5-6 mm), Allen allows for quick projects. A simple stockinette scarf may take just a few hours, while a crochet hat can be completed in one evening. The strong visual impact is achieved quickly, making Allen ideal for fast, statement-making creations.
Is Allen’s colour stable after washing?
Yes, the quality synthetic fibres used in Allen ensure good colour fastness. By following the washing instructions (low temperatures, mild soap, no solvents), your garments will keep their original shades over time. Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight while drying to preserve the shading at its best.
Is Allen available all year round or is it seasonal?
Allen is part of the Tessiland collections and availability may vary. Its colour palette is developed in line with current trends. We recommend checking the current availability on the website and, for specific information about restocks or new shades, contacting Tessiland customer service for the latest updates.
