Winqu Alqa by Mirasol
Winqu Alqa by Mirasol
A high end organic Tanguis Peruvian cotton that is blended with the finest silk. Winqu, which translates into "wave" in the indigenous Peruvian Mapuche dialect, is a two-ply yarn that is lightly spun giving it a bit of a thick-and-thin wavy feel creating visually stunning and interesting garments & accessories. Alqa means "mottled or printed" in the Mapuchan tongue - this mottled hand painted version of Winqu speaks to the artistry & craftsmanship of Peru..
Medium Weight / #4
185yds / 170m / 100g
85% Tanguis Organic Cotton / 15% Silk
Suggested Knitting Gauge: 16-20 sts / 4in over Stockinette st using US 7-9 / 4.5-5.5mm knitting needles.
Suggested Crochet Gauge: 11-14 sts / 4in over Single Crochet on 5.5-6.5mm / US I9-K10 1/2 hooks
Care:
Machine Wash in Cold Water 30c, gentle cycle / Tumble dry low heat / Dry Flat / Iron Medium / Do NOT bleach
Notable Patterns:
- Cinthia Vest (knit vest in Winqu Alqa and Winqu by Francisco Correa)
- Finley Tank (knit tank in Winqu Alqa and Winqu by Cheryl Murray)
- Severine Tee (knit tee in Winqu Alqa and Winqu by Jacqueline van Dillen)
- Sophia Tee (knit tee by Francisco Correa)
These are printed pattern leaflets sold separately. Please contact us for pattern help.
Patterns for This Weight: Browse our Medium & Worsted (#4) weight patterns.