SEYCHELLES by Lana Gatto is a beautifully refined sport-weight yarn from the Limited Atelier Summer Collection, created from 65% Cotton and 35% Hemp (Canapa). This elegant natural-fiber blend combines the softness and comfort of cotton with the strength, breathability, and quiet texture of hemp, resulting in a yarn that feels fresh, modern, and especially suited to warm-weather making.

With approximately 300 meters / 328 yards per 100 g, SEYCHELLES offers a lovely balance of drape, structure, and wearability. The cotton helps the fabric feel soft and comfortable against the skin, while the hemp adds a subtle rustic sophistication and long-lasting durability. It is an excellent choice for makers who want natural fibers with beauty, practicality, and a more elevated summer look.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: SEYCHELLES
• Collection: Limited Atelier Summer Collection
• Fiber Content: 65% Cotton, 35% Hemp (Canapa)
• Yarn Category: Sport
• Yardage: approx. 300 m / 328 yd per 100 g (3.53 oz)
• Origin: Spun, dyed, and packaged in Tollegno, Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Soft, breathable, and naturally fresh
• Slightly textured from the hemp content
• More structured than pure cotton
• Lightweight and comfortable for warm weather
• Rustic-elegant character with a refined natural look
• Softens beautifully with washing and wear

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
SEYCHELLES offers a beautiful balance between softness and strength. Cotton brings comfort, smoothness, and everyday wearability, while hemp adds durability, breathability, and a subtle natural texture that gives finished fabric more character. The result is a yarn that feels elevated and practical at the same time.

This blend is especially appealing for summer garments, layering pieces, and natural-fiber accessories. It has enough body to create shape, but still feels airy and relaxed in the finished fabric. For makers who enjoy fibers that become even better with time, SEYCHELLES is especially rewarding, as the fabric softens and develops a more beautiful hand with wear and washing.

✧ Natural Fiber Profile — Cotton & Hemp
This yarn combines two timeless plant fibers valued for comfort and durability.

Cotton adds:
• Softness
• Comfort next to the skin
• Breathability
• Easy everyday wearability

Hemp adds:
• Strength and durability
• Natural texture
• Breathable structure
• A more rustic, organic character

Together, they create a fabric that feels fresh, wearable, and naturally sophisticated.

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Ideal for hand knitting, crochet, and machine knitting
• Excellent for breathable tops, light sweaters, summer cardigans, and wraps
• A beautiful choice for beachwear, layering pieces, and natural-fiber home décor
• Especially appealing for makers who want plant-based fibers with elegance and character
• Softens beautifully over time while maintaining durability

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Short-sleeve top / shell (XS–S): approx. 200–300 g
• Short-sleeve top / shell (M–L): approx. 300–400 g
• Short-sleeve top / shell (XL–2XL): approx. 400–500 g
• Lightweight long-sleeve top or cardigan (XS–S): approx. 300–400 g
• Lightweight long-sleeve top or cardigan (M): approx. 400–500 g
• Lightweight long-sleeve top or cardigan (L): approx. 500–600 g
• Lightweight long-sleeve top or cardigan (XL): approx. 600–700 g
• Lightweight long-sleeve top or cardigan (2XL+): approx. 700–800 g
• Scarf or narrow wrap: approx. 100–180 g
• Shawl or wrap: approx. 150–300 g
• Beach cover-up / tunic: approx. 400–600 g
• Knee-length skirt: approx. 350–550 g
• Sleeveless or short-sleeve dress: approx. 500–800 g
• Long dress: approx. 700–1000 g

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
SEYCHELLES is beautiful on its own, but it can also pair wonderfully with other fibers to create more distinctive fabrics.

Fine Cotton
Keeps the fabric soft, breathable, and relaxed.

Linen
Enhances the crisp, natural, plant-fiber character for summer garments.

Silk
Adds drape and a more fluid elegant finish.

Soft Merino
Adds warmth and softness for transitional-season fabrics.

These pairings make SEYCHELLES especially appealing for makers who enjoy natural-fiber fabrics with texture, comfort, and understated elegance.

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting needles: approx. 3.5–4.0 mm / US 4–6
• Crochet hooks: approx. 3.5–4.0 mm / US E-4 to G-6
• Use smaller sizes for more structure
• Use larger sizes for softer drape
• For crochet projects, allow approximately 10–20% more yarn than for knitting

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for lightweight natural-fiber weaving projects
• Beautiful for scarves, wraps, and breathable apparel fabrics
• A lovely choice for refined home décor with an organic look

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cool water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp
• The fabric softens beautifully with washing and wear
• Wash swatch before final sizing calculations