Concept by KATIA Fil Piuma
Concept by KATIA Fil Piuma
SKU: SKU: FILPIUMA-300
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Fil Piuma from Concept by Katia is a 100% natural "feather" yarn of 69% superfine alpaca and 31% merino wool. Its airy, brushed structure gives light volume and a soft halo, so it knits into warm garments that weigh almost nothing. Piuma is Italian for feather.
Each 100 g ball holds 240 yards (220 m). That is a lot of yarn for a bulky-needle yarn, which is the point: the feather construction traps air, so you get bulky-gauge warmth with far less weight. Katia designs a full coat from about four balls.
Yarn details
- Weight: Bulky (#5) needle sizes, airy feather structure
- Put up: Ball, 100 g (3½ oz)
- Yardage: 240 yds / 220 m
- Needle size: US 10-10.5 (6-6.5 mm)
- Crochet hook: US K-10½ (6.5-7 mm)
- Fiber content: 69% superfine alpaca, 31% merino wool
- Colors: 300 Green-Ochre, 301 Brown-Ecru, 302 Blue-Grey, 303 Blackberry-Rose, 304 Burgundy red-Orange
- Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry, do not bleach or tumble dry, cool iron (max 110°C), dry cleanable
What to make with it
Scarves, cowls, loose cardigans and lightweight coats. The two-tone colorways shift gently as you knit. Start with the Fil Piuma Scarf Kit or the Fil Piuma Scarf Pattern, and browse all Katia and alpaca yarns.
Questions about Fil Piuma
What is Fil Piuma made of?
69% superfine alpaca and 31% merino wool. It is 100% natural fiber, with no synthetic binder.
Why does a bulky yarn have 240 yards per ball?
Fil Piuma is a feather construction: the fibers are held in an airy, brushed structure rather than tightly spun. It knits at bulky needle sizes but is very light for its volume, so each 100 g ball goes a long way.
How many balls do I need?
A scarf takes one to two balls. Katia designs a long-sleeved coat from about four balls.
How do I wash it?
Hand wash and lay flat to dry. Do not bleach or tumble dry. It can also be dry cleaned.
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