Cool Wool Mélange Nougat mottled 1492

Lana Grossa knitting yarn – Cool Wool Mélange Nougat mottled 1492

Cool Wool Mélange Nougat mottled 1492 is a fine, comfortable knitting yarn for makers who enjoy soft merino wool and neat-looking stitches. Made from 100% merino wool, including merino extrafine, this yarn feels pleasant in the hands while knitting and creates lightweight garments with a smooth, refined appearance. The softly mottled nougat shade adds gentle depth to your work, making even simple patterns look interesting without being overwhelming.

This Lana Grossa knitting yarn is a lovely choice for both confident beginners and experienced knitters. It is suitable for projects where you want clear stitch definition, such as ribbing, cables, textured stitches, lace details, and classic stockinette stitch. Your finished piece will feel soft against the skin and have an elegant drape, ideal for everyday clothing and accessories.

Features and benefits

Each 50 gram ball contains approximately 160 metres of yarn, so it offers good value for finer knitting projects. Use knitting needles in size 3 to 3.5 mm for a balanced fabric. The suggested tension is 24 stitches and 34 rows over 10 x 10 cm, helping you plan garments with more confidence. For a women’s size 38–40 sweater, you will need around 8 balls.

The fine merino fibres give Cool Wool Mélange Nougat mottled 1492 knitting yarn a soft, wearable feel. Because the yarn is not overly bulky, it is especially useful for garments that can be worn comfortably indoors, layered under a jacket, or enjoyed throughout several seasons. The mottled colour brings a subtle variation that can make your knitting look more detailed, even when you choose an easy pattern.

Project ideas for this merino yarn

• A classic lightweight sweater with tidy cuffs and ribbed edges
• A soft cardigan for everyday layering
• A warm yet refined scarf or wrap
• A close-fitting hat with cables or textured stitch patterns
• A gentle baby project, such as a small cardigan or bonnet
• A shawl with simple lace sections or colour accents

Helpful knitting and care tips

Before starting a larger project, knit a small tension swatch. This simple step helps you check whether your stitches match the recommended gauge and can prevent sizing surprises later. The nougat mottled colour works beautifully on its own, but it can also be combined with plain merino shades for stripes, cuffs, borders, or small colour-block details. When combining yarns, choose materials with a similar thickness and always make a test swatch first.

For long-lasting results, follow the care instructions on the ball band or garment label. In general, merino wool benefits from gentle handling: avoid harsh washing methods, reshape damp items carefully, and dry them flat where possible. This helps preserve the softness and shape of your handmade work.

Everything for your project at Verelana

Verelana is a yarn shop offering knitting yarn as well as crochet yarn, with useful accessories including knitting needles and crochet hooks. You can shop both online and offline, whether you prefer browsing from home or choosing materials in person. Verelana is an official dealer of the Lana Grossa brand and offers a wide selection of Lana Grossa knitting yarn for garments, accessories, and creative seasonal projects.

Choose Lana Grossa Cool Wool Mélange Nougat mottled 1492 for a soft merino project with beautiful stitch clarity and a calm, versatile colour effect. Pick your balls, find a favourite pattern, and start your next knitting project with yarn that feels as good to work with as it looks when finished.