Rico Design Ricorumi Spin Spin DK: Gradient Cotton Yarn for Amigurumi, 50g

What is Ricorumi Spin Spin DK and what makes it special?

It is a 100% cotton yarn with a gradient effect: within the same ball, the colours gradually blend into one another without changing yarn or cutting strands. It is the cotton version of what many knitters and crocheters look for as gradient yarn, designed especially for amigurumi and small projects.

This type of effect is also known as gradient yarn or ombré yarn, although here we are always talking about gradient cotton rather than wool: its composition is 100% cotton, with a balanced twist that helps prevent the strand from splitting while you work.

Within the Ricorumi range, Spin Spin DK is the only true cake-style gradient effect: unlike Twinkly Twinkly (with glitter), Neon (fluorescent colours), Spray (speckled), Print (printed) or Lamé (metallic shine), here the colour change comes from the ball itself, without added treatments. Its 50g format also provides slightly more meterage than other yarns in the range, which come in 25g balls.

What projects is Ricorumi Spin Spin DK ideal for?

It is a multicoloured yarn ideal for amigurumi and dolls made with crochet or knitting, where the gradient adds depth without the need to change balls. It also works well for small accessories, handmade jewellery and decorative details that benefit from a smooth, continuous colour change.

Thanks to its amigurumi cotton composition, which is breathable and soft to the touch, it is also a good option for lightweight tops, details on summer garments or small accessories that will be in direct contact with the skin, including babies' and children's skin.

• ▷ Amigurumi and dolls with smooth colour transitions.
• ▷ Small baskets, keyrings and handmade jewellery.
• ▷ Details, borders and trims on knitted or crocheted garments.
• ▷ Combined with plain single-colour yarns to create contrast.

Advantages of this gradient-effect cotton yarn

As well as its gradient effect, this cotton yarn offers several features that make it particularly practical for amigurumi and small projects: beautifully blended colours, well-defined stitches thanks to the quality of the fibre, and a strand that glides easily for both crochet and knitting without fraying while you work.

• ▷ Beautiful, well-blended colours: the range includes 24 shades, from pastel combinations to more vibrant mixes.
• ▷ Well-defined stitches: the cotton holds the shape of each stitch, which is key to keeping amigurumi features crisp and clear.
• ▷ Easy to work with: it glides smoothly over the needle or crochet hook and does not fray while you work.
• ▷ Suitable for vegans: 100% cotton, with no animal-derived fibres in its composition.
• ▷ Saliva-resistant: the colour does not run if a baby puts it in their mouth, according to the manufacturer — useful for amigurumi and children's toys.

How should you care for items made with Ricorumi Spin Spin DK?

Items made with this yarn can be machine washed at a maximum of 30 °C on a delicate cycle using a mild detergent. Do not tumble dry or iron: it is best to dry the item flat on a level surface so that it keeps its shape.

With this care, the cotton retains its softness and colours through many washes without losing stitch definition or the twist of the strand.

Why buy from Garmon Yarns?

At Garmon Yarns you will find all 24 colours available, along with the rest of the Rico Design range, in case you want to combine it with other colour effects or with plain yarns from the same collection to create contrast and give each project a different finish.

If you regularly make amigurumi, you can also browse the rest of our amigurumi yarns, selected for their yarn weight and performance in small projects. At Garmon Yarns, we are happy to answer any questions about quantities, colours or combinations before you place your order.

Ricorumi Spin Spin DK technical specifications