Plassard Tonka

Plassard Tonka is a natural yarn that enhances the beauty and qualities of wool and alpaca. It is the perfect choice for knitting garments and accessories that require extra warmth, such as thick sweaters, ponchos and winter coats.

It is made of 60% wool and 40% alpaca. These two natural fibers have particular properties that make them ideal for warm garments.

Wool is known for its warmth and heat retention capacity. This fiber offers insulating properties, keeping the body protected from the cold. Wool is also breathable, which allows air to circulate and prevents moisture accumulation, thus maintaining a comfortable feel.

On the other hand, alpaca is a fiber from the alpaca, an animal native to the Andes. Alpaca is considered one of the finest and softest fibers. It brings a pleasant feel to garments. In addition, alpaca is also recognized for its ability to retain heat, providing excellent thermal insulation.

The combination of wool and alpaca in Plassard Tonka offers the best of both fibers. The wool provides warmth and durability, while the alpaca provides softness and a pleasant feel. These fibers create a high quality yarn that ensures maximum comfort and warmth in your garments.

Plassard Tonka is made of:

• 60% Wool
• 40% Alpaca

Which are the features of Plassard Tonka?

• Each ball has 50 grams and 90 meters.
• Its thickness is recommended to work with the 4,5 mm knitting needles.
• Mount 20 stitches and do 24 rows to knit a 10 x 10 cm gauge.
• Machine washing at 20ºC maximum.
• Ironing at a low temperature.
• Do not tumble dry.

Amount of balls needed to…

• To make a sweater size 40, you will need 8 balls.