The Japanese word for yarn, Ito is a brand of luxury yarns spun & dyed in Japan.  Steeped in a rich, textile tradition, Ito yarns possess a beautiful, fine hand & knit into sophisticated pieces that are meant to be worn & treasured.  Each yarn is intentionally dyed into a classic palette of colors that stand the test of time.  The yarns are gorgeous knit alone or combined to create unique fabrics.

A special blend of wool & camel hair, Rakuda delights with an exceptional lightness.  Extremely soft & fine, the lace weight yarn possesses warmth & comfort.  Rakuda blooms beautifully with blocking for full, even stitches with gorgeous definition.  The yarn knits into sumptuous wraps, shawls & garments.

Hold single for delicate lace projects, hold double for a more substantial fabric or create innovative textures by holding alongside a mohair.  The nuanced color palette has a luminous quality that gives projects life & movement.

 

Fiber Content: 70% Wool, 30% Camel

Weight: Lace/ Light Fingering

Yardage: 231 yards

Ball/Skein Weight: 40g

Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry

Country of Origin: Spun & dyed in Japan

 

Needle Size: US 3 (3.25 mm) needle

Knitting Stitch Gauge: 7 stitches per 1”/ 28 stitches per 4”