What is Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK and what makes it special?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK is a shimmering effect yarn made of 62% polyester and 38% polyamide, designed to add an elegant, luminous metallic finish to your creations. It is especially made for amigurumis and small crochet or knitting projects, and stands out for its softness, pleasant texture and ability to highlight details in any piece.</p> <p>Unlike many shiny yarns, Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK is flexible, easy to work with, and not rough to the touch.</p></div>

What can I make with Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>With Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK, you can create a wide range of small projects that need a touch of sparkle:</p> <ul> <li>▷ Amigurumis with shiny accents or glowing sections.</li> <li>▷ Crocheted toys with crowns, wings, stars or decorative edges.</li> <li>▷ Christmas and festive decorations.</li> <li>▷ Yarn jewellery such as keyrings, pendants, bracelets or brooches.</li> <li>▷ Accessories like small baskets, pouches or decorative items.</li> </ul> <p>This yarn is ideal for both full pieces and adding glittery accents to projects made with plain yarns.</p></div>

How many balls of Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK do I need for each project?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Approximate quantities:</p> <ul> <li>▷ Small amigurumi (5–8 cm): 1 ball.</li> <li>▷ Medium amigurumi (10–15 cm): 2–3 balls.</li> <li>▷ Small basket or decorative accessory: 3–5 balls.</li> <li>▷ Yarn jewellery (keyrings, brooches, pendants): 1 ball is usually enough.</li> </ul> <p>As this is a glittery yarn, it’s often used for specific details. If you combine it with other Ricorumi yarns, you’ll need less and get lovely contrasting effects.</p></div>

What is the shine and texture like when working with Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>The finish of Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK is a soft, elegant metallic shine that’s not too flashy. The yarn is neither stiff nor scratchy, and its balanced twist allows for smooth crocheting or knitting without the strands splitting.</p> <p>The glitter effect remains consistent throughout the ball and is especially striking when using simple stitches that let the light reflect naturally.</p></div>

How do I care for items made with Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Items made with Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK are very easy to care for:</p> <ul> <li>▷ Hand wash in cold or lukewarm water using mild detergent.</li> <li>▷ Avoid bleach or harsh chemicals.</li> <li>▷ Do not tumble dry or iron.</li> <li>▷ Lay flat to dry to maintain the shape and structure of the piece.</li> </ul> <p>The yarn retains its shine and softness even after multiple washes if cared for properly.</p></div>

Can I combine Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK with other yarns?

<div class="faq-answer"> <p>Yes, Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK combines beautifully with solid Ricorumi DK yarns as well as effect yarns like Ricorumi Spray DK, Spin Spin DK, Glow In The Dark DK or Twinkly Twinkly DK.</p> <p>This allows you to create striking visual contrasts where the sparkly areas stand out against matte or textured sections—perfect for making your amigurumis and accessories truly unique.</p></div></div>

RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Lamé DK

Name: RICO DESIGN - Ricorumi Lamé DK
Brand: Rico Design
SKU: RIC-383280-001
Price: 0.99 EUR
Availability: InStock

€0,99 EUR

Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK is a shimmering-effect yarn made of 62% polyester and 38% polyamide, ideal for adding sparkle to your amigurumi and small crochet or knitting projects. Available in shades like gold, silver, iridescent white, and multicolour, this yarn comes in 10-gram balls with approximately 50 metres of length – perfect for glowing accents and creative combinations.
Composition: 62% polyester, 38% polyamide
Yarn weight: Light Fingering
Weight/Length: 10 g = 50 m
Recommended needle: 2.50 mm to 3.50 mm

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Colour: Ricorumi Lamé - 383280.001 - Plata

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Sku: RIC-383280-001
Vendor: Rico Design
Collections: Amigurumi yarn, Autumn/Winter season, Featured products, Polyamide yarns, Polyester Yarn, Rico Design, Spring/Summer season, Yarn Weight - Light Fingering

Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK – Sparkling yarn for amigurumi and small projects

Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK is the perfect yarn for those who want to add a touch of sparkle and elegance to their creations. Its blend of 62% polyester and 38% polyamide gives it a soft texture and a metallic finish that enhances any project. With a DK weight, it works well with 2.5 to 3.5 mm needles or hooks, making it suitable for both crochet and knitting.

This yarn comes in 10-gram balls and offers approximately 50 metres of length, making it ideal for small projects like amigurumi, soft toys, crocheted jewellery or decorative details. Its smooth texture makes it easy to handle and provides excellent stitch definition, even in detailed work.

One of the main advantages of Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK is that it pairs perfectly with other yarns in the Ricorumi range, allowing you to create contrast between shiny sections and solid colours – adding movement and creativity to each piece.

Add a touch of sparkle to your creations with Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK

Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK is a shiny, metallic-effect yarn ideal for giving your crochet projects a special finish. Its polyester and polyamide composition includes metallic fibres that give it a glittery look – perfect for making your amigurumi or small accessories truly shine.

With Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK, you can bring amigurumi and accessories to life with a sparkling effect. This yarn is ideal for:

🧸 Amigurumi and toys with luminous accents.
🪬 Decorative accessories with a special touch.
👶 Children’s projects that delight little ones.
🎀 Unique highlights in garments and accessories.

Its ease of use and stunning visual impact make it a perfect choice for crafters of all levels who want to add something extra to their creations.

Ricorumi Lamé DK and the full Ricorumi range by Rico Design

This yarn is part of the Creative Ricorumi collection, specifically developed for amigurumi techniques. Its 10 g, 50 m ball format makes it ideal for small details, mixing with other yarns, or for projects like jewellery, decoration or festive ornaments. Although labelled as DK, it behaves more like a Fingering yarn in practice, and is best worked with 2.5 to 3.5 mm crochet hooks.

The Ricorumi Lamé DK range comes in highly luminous shades like silver, gold, and a multicolour version combining metallic tones in silver, gold, blue and pink – perfect for even more original sparkle. These shades are designed to blend easily with other Ricorumi family yarns like Ricorumi DK, Neon DK, or Nilli Nilli DK, giving you more creative options without losing harmony in the final result.

Ricorumi Lamé DK in other projects

While its main use is for crocheted decorative figures, Ricorumi Lamé is also perfect for adding shimmer to baby garments, Christmas decorations, or small accessories. Its compact size makes it a handy addition to your yarn stash, ready to enhance any project at any time.

For inspiration, don’t miss the Ricorumi “Mini Me” magazine, filled with charming animal designs from around the world – perfect for combining with the sparkling finish of this range.

In our shop you’ll also find assorted Ricorumi yarn packs – great for building your collection or preparing gifts. And if you’re after a ready-to-go project, check out our kit section, where we include yarn balls, safety eyes, noses, stuffing, internal structures, instructions, and patterns to help you crochet your own dolls with ease.

Composition:

62% polyester, 38% polyamide

Yarn weight:

DK (Fingering)

Weight / length:

10 g = 50 m

Recommended needles:

2.50 to 3.50 mm

Tension swatch:

10 x 10 cm = 28 stitches x 40 rows

Care instructions:

Machine washable at max. 30°C

Made in:

Germany

Certification:

This yarn is Oeko-Tex® certified (certificate number 21.0.58783), Standard 100, Class I by the Hohenstein Institute. It has been tested and is free from harmful substances, making it safe in human ecological terms. Class I is the highest level, meaning the yarn is suitable for baby items (ages 0–3 years).

What’s included with Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK?

When you buy Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK at Garmonyarns, you’ll receive:

▷ 1 ball of Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK (10 grams).
▷ Sparkling-effect yarn made of 62% polyester and 38% polyamide.
▷ Original product with official Rico Design labelling.
▷ Personalised advice on colours, quantities, and technical queries.
▷ Fast, secure shipping in eco-conscious packaging.

Benefits and recommended uses of Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK

✅ Perfect for sparkly amigurumi: Adds a luminous and elegant touch to dolls and small projects.
✅ Ideal for special details: Combine with solid yarns to highlight wings, crowns, stars, trims or accessories.
✅ Handy format: 10 g balls – ideal for small projects or shiny accents without waste.
✅ Versatile: Suitable for amigurumi, crocheted jewellery, festive decorations, Christmas ornaments and garment accents.
✅ Easy to work with: Good twist, slight elasticity, and soft feel – not scratchy.
✅ Low maintenance: Easy to hand wash, retains its sparkle over time.
✅ Suitable for all levels: From beginners to experienced crafters looking to add a special effect to their work.

How to use Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK

Tips for use:

▷ Use 2.5 to 3.5 mm needles or hooks depending on your desired tension and project type.
▷ Best for simple stitches that allow the shimmer to stand out: single crochet, half double crochet or double crochet.
▷ Combine with solid Ricorumi DK yarns for borders, trims or sections you want to highlight with sparkle.
▷ Always swatch to see how the sparkle behaves and adjust your tension to suit your pattern.

Care tips:

▷ Hand wash in cold or lukewarm water.
▷ Do not tumble dry or iron.
▷ Always dry flat to maintain the shape and volume of your piece.
▷ The yarn retains its shine over time if basic care instructions are followed.

Technical specifications of Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK

▷ Composition: 62% polyester, 38% polyamide.
▷ Format: 10 g ball.
▷ Length: approx. 50 metres.
▷ Yarn weight: DK (Double Knit / medium weight).
▷ Recommended needles: 2.5 – 3.5 mm (suitable for knitting and crochet).
▷ Gauge: 22 stitches x 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm.
▷ Finish: Metallic yarn with a glitter effect.
▷ Washing: Preferably hand wash, dry flat.
▷ Ironing: Do not iron.
▷ Origin: Made by Rico Design (Germany).
▷ Certification: Oeko-Tex® (certificate number 21.0.58783), Standard 100, Class I. Free from harmful substances, suitable for sensitive skin and babies.

Why buy Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK at Garmonyarns?

Buying Rico Design Ricorumi Lamé DK at Garmonyarns means choosing quality, trust, and excellent service. We are official distributors of Rico Design and offer real-time stock availability.

Benefits of shopping at Garmonyarns:

✔️ Fast and secure shipping across Spain and Europe.
✔️ Guaranteed stock and real-time availability.
✔️ Sustainable packaging with attention to detail.
✔️ Expert, personalised advice on colours, quantities, and technical questions.

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