Filpucci S.P.A. · Alben 15000 · 1500m/1640yds per 100g/3.5oz · 45% Merino (WV) 25% Viscose (Vi) 25% Polyamide (PA) 5% Cashmere (WS)

Alben 15000 by Filpucci S.P.A. is a four-fiber super-fine blend with a quiet, refined character. 45% merino provides the foundation: natural softness, warmth, and the gentle elasticity that makes multi-strand knitting a pleasure. 25% viscose adds a subtle fluid drape and a smooth, natural sheen that lifts the blend beyond a conventional merino yarn. 25% polyamide reinforces the structure with durability and resilience, ensuring the thread holds its quality through knitting and wear. And 5% cashmere, though modest in percentage, is immediately perceptible in the hand, adding just enough of its legendary softness to give the blend a refinement that the other fibers alone could not achieve.

The result is a thread that is soft, slightly lustrous, durable, and refined, a well-considered blend where every component earns its place. The natural warmth of the wool, the drape of the viscose, the strength of the polyamide, and the touch of cashmere luxury work together seamlessly.

Alben 15000 works beautifully as a standalone yarn and as a companion thread, adding merino warmth, viscose drape, and a touch of cashmere refinement to any combination.

Versatile Use

At 1500m/100g, Alben 15000 works from fingering through worsted weight for hand knitting and crochet. For machine knitting, finer strand combinations are equally possible. The four-fiber blend maintains its softness, drape, and refined character at every strand count. Ideal for sweaters, cardigans, shawls, and accessories where a well-balanced natural blend and elegant finish define the finished piece.

Fiber Content

45% Merino (WV) · 25% Viscose (Vi) · 25% Polyamide (PA) · 5% Cashmere (WS)

Yarn Weight & Meterage

3 strands (Fingering): 500m/547yds per 100g/3.5oz · needles 3.5–4mm · hook 3.5–4mm

4 strands (Sport): 375m/410yds per 100g/3.5oz · needles 4–4.5mm · hook 4–4.5mm

5 strands (DK): 300m/328yds per 100g/3.5oz · needles 4.5–5mm · hook 4.5–5mm

7 strands (Worsted): 214m/234yds per 100g/3.5oz · needles 5.5–6mm · hook 5.5–6mm

Project Yardage Estimates

Top/Tee

3 strands = 500m/100g (Fingering): 160–200g (800–1000m / 876–1094yds)

4 strands = 375m/100g (Sport): 213–267g (799–1001m / 875–1096yds)

5 strands = 300m/100g (DK): 267–334g (801–1002m / 877–1097yds)

7 strands = 214m/100g (Worsted): 374–467g (800–999m / 876–1094yds)

Sweater

3 strands = 500m/100g (Fingering): 220–280g (1100–1400m / 1205–1532yds)

4 strands = 375m/100g (Sport): 293–373g (1099–1399m / 1204–1531yds)

5 strands = 300m/100g (DK): 367–467g (1101–1401m / 1206–1533yds)

7 strands = 214m/100g (Worsted): 514–654g (1100–1400m / 1205–1532yds)

Cardigan

3 strands = 500m/100g (Fingering): 280–360g (1400–1800m / 1532–1971yds)

4 strands = 375m/100g (Sport): 373–480g (1399–1800m / 1531–1971yds)

5 strands = 300m/100g (DK): 467–600g (1401–1800m / 1533–1971yds)

7 strands = 214m/100g (Worsted): 654–841g (1400–1800m / 1532–1971yds)

Care Instructions

Hand wash gently in cool water

Use a mild detergent suitable for merino, cashmere, and viscose blends

Lay flat to dry on a horizontal surface

Do not wring, twist, or agitate

Viscose becomes weaker when wet, handle with extra care

Steam lightly at low temperature if necessary

Swatching Required

A washed and thoroughly dried swatch is essential. The viscose content may cause the blend to relax and drape further after washing, altering gauge and hand feel. Accurate swatching ensures proper fit and yardage estimates across all strand counts.

Disclaimers

Color may appear different due to screen and lighting. Yarn is not eligible for return or exchange.