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200g. 70% Acrylic 30% Polyamide. DK.
£8.59
Tropical Beaches DK takes the hard work out of creating eye-catching colour effects — its self-striping construction shifts through warm, sun-soaked tones as you knit, so every row brings something new. Whether you’re casting on a breezy summer cardigan or a coastal-inspired tote bag, the colour transitions unfold naturally without any yarn-joining or weaving in of ends between shades.
The 70% acrylic and 30% polyamide blend gives this yarn a smooth, slightly firm hand feel with a touch of resilience from the nylon content — ideal for projects that need to hold their shape. It works up with crisp stitch definition on 4mm needles, making it a reliable choice for a striped beach bag, a children’s summer jumper, or a light throw where the colour pattern can really shine.
The colourways in the Tropical Beaches range evoke warm sands, clear water, and vivid sunset hues — think coral, teal, sandy gold, and ocean blue working through each generous 200g ball. Because the pooling and striping varies with tension and stitch count, your finished piece will have its own character even when knitted from the same colourway as someone else’s.
Machine washable at 30°C and suitable for low-heat tumble drying, this yarn is a sensible pick for items that will actually get used — a child’s cardigan, a market bag, or a beach cover-up that can be tossed in the wash after a day out. Each 200g ball gives you approximately 510m, meaning you’ll often complete smaller projects with just one or two balls.
| Yarn: Brand | |
|---|---|
| Yarn: Name | King Cole Tropical Beaches DK |
| Yarn: Shade | 4858 Copacabana Beach |
| Yarn: Weight | |
| Yarn: Ball Weight | 200g |
| Yarn: Blend | 70% Acrylic 30% Polyamide |
| Yarn: Length | 510m |
| Needle / Hook: Size | 4mm |
| Yarn: Tension | 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm on 4mm needles |
| Care: Bleach | Do not bleach |
| Care: Drying | Low |
| Care: Ironing | No Iron |
| Care: Washing | 30C |
