Scheepjes Sunkissed: cotton yarn with a sun-faded effect, 50g

It is a 100% combed cotton Fingering weight yarn, characterised by a tonal gradient with a worn, sun-faded effect. What makes it unique is its natural appearance, far removed from the sheen of mercerised cotton, making it ideal for garments with a relaxed, summery feel.

• ▷ Lightweight and breathable, perfect for warm climates.
• ▷ Matt and natural finish, without an artificial sheen.
• ▷ Ideal for projects with an artisanal and delicate look.

This yarn is designed mainly for lightweight spring and summer projects, although its safety certification also makes it suitable for children's clothing. It is a great choice when you are looking for soft drape, breathability and a natural colour effect in the finished garment.

• ▷ Summer garments: tops, blouses, sarongs, lightweight T-shirts.
• ▷ Beach accessories: bags, scarves and openwork shawls.
• ▷ Baby clothing and blankets, thanks to its EN71-3 certification.
• ▷ Occasional amigurumi projects or fabric dolls.

This yarn is made from 100% combed cotton, a process that removes the shorter fibres to create a softer, stronger strand with better stitch definition. As it is not mercerised, it has a matt finish and a natural feel, very different from other Scheepjes yarns such as Catona.

Yes. This yarn has EN71-3 certification, which guarantees that it contains no toxic substances or heavy metals and is safe when in contact with the mouth or saliva, so it does not cause irritation to sensitive skin. It is a reliable choice for children's clothing, baby blankets or fabric dolls.

3.00 mm knitting needles or a 3.00 mm crochet hook are recommended, the standard size for this Fingering weight yarn. You can go down to 2.5 mm if you want a more compact texture, ideal for amigurumi or bags, or up to 3.5 mm if you prefer more drape and lightness in garments or shawls.

Each ball contains 50 grams and 170 metres of yarn, a generous meterage thanks to its fine weight. As a general guide, 2-3 balls are usually enough for a size S/M sleeveless top, while 1 ball is sufficient for several small accessories or amigurumi toys.

Yes. This yarn shares the same weight, meterage and recommended needle size as Scheepjes Organicon, so you can combine or interchange them in the same pattern without altering the tension. It can also be combined with Scheepjes Catona if you want to add blocks of solid colour with a finish that differs from the gradient effect.

Yes, although as it is a fine yarn, it requires a little more patience if you are just starting out. Its good twist makes the stitches easy to see and handle, especially in crochet, and the colour gradient helps even simple stitches produce an attractive result.

Care is straightforward: machine wash at up to 40 °C on a delicate cycle and dry flat to prevent the garment from losing its shape. It can be ironed at a medium temperature, but tumble drying and bleach are not recommended.

Scheepjes Sunkissed is available in a wide range of summer-inspired colours, with pastel, natural and beach-inspired shades that all share the same sun-faded effect. The exact availability of each shade depends on the supplier's stock at any given time, so check the current options on the product page.