Cotton Elastane Yarn by LE TRICOT PARK MICRO is a rare Italian stretch chain yarn made from 70% Cotton and 30% Elastane, with approximately 900 meters per 100 g. This lightweight yarn combines breathable cotton comfort with strong elasticity, flexibility, and modern shape retention, making it especially useful for fitted garments, tops, T-shirts, blouses, dresses, crochet, machine knitting, and contemporary fashion knitwear.

The coral colorway is vibrant, fresh, and energetic — perfect for summer garments and statement pieces. The chain construction gives the yarn a light, airy structure, while the elastane content creates stretch and recovery. This is a very unusual yarn for makers who want breathable fabric with movement, comfort, and modern fit.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: LE TRICOT Perugia, Italy
• Article: PARK MICRO
• Fiber Content: 70% Cotton, 30% Elastane
• Yarn Category: Lace Weight / Stretch Chain Yarn
• Structure: Chain Stretchable Yarn
• Yarn Count: Tit. 9000
• Yardage: approx. 900 m / 984 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Lightweight and breathable
• Stretchy and flexible
• Soft cotton comfort
• Modern chain texture
• Smooth against the skin
• Comfortable with excellent recovery

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
PARK MICRO is not a typical cotton yarn. The chain construction combined with elastane creates a fabric that feels modern, comfortable, and highly wearable.

The cotton provides breathability, softness, and natural comfort, while elastane gives the fabric elasticity and shape retention. This makes the yarn especially valuable for garments that need movement, comfort, and structure without becoming heavy or rigid.

The lightweight chain construction also creates more air inside the fabric, helping garments feel lighter and cooler while still maintaining excellent visual structure.

This type of yarn is especially attractive for fashion knitwear, fitted silhouettes, lightweight dresses, modern layering garments, tops, T-shirts, and contemporary crochet pieces.

✧ Fiber Profile
• Cotton: breathable, soft, and comfortable
• Elastane: elasticity, stretch, and shape retention
• Chain construction: lightweight structure and flexibility
• Blend: modern breathable stretch fabric with elegant movement

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
PARK MICRO is ideal for projects that benefit from stretch, flexibility, and breathable structure.

Recommended applications:
• Summer tops and T-shirts
• Blouses and lightweight dresses
• Stretchy fitted garments
• Cardigans and layering pieces
• Fashion crochet projects
• Machine knitting and fine-gauge knitwear
• Contemporary woven and textile projects

This yarn is especially appealing for makers who want breathable garments with softness, elasticity, and modern shape retention.

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Adds stretch and flexibility
• Creates breathable lightweight fabric
• Helps garments maintain shape
• Produces comfortable modern knitwear
• Creates refined contemporary texture
• Adds movement without heaviness

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Blouses and lightweight tops
• Stretch dresses and fitted garments
• T-shirts and layering pieces
• Summer cardigans
• Fashion scarves and accessories
• Fine crochet garments
• Lightweight machine knitting

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Top or T-shirt: approx. 200–350 g
• Lightweight dress: approx. 350–550 g
• Cardigan: approx. 300–500 g
• Summer scarf: approx. 120–200 g
• Crochet top: approx. 150–300 g

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Fine cotton yarns — softer breathable fabric
• Silk blends — elegance and drape
• Linen — more structure and texture
• Fine viscose — fluid movement and cool touch
• Metallic or sequin yarns — fashion effects and couture-inspired texture

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting needles: approx. 2.5–4.0 mm depending on desired fabric
• Crochet hooks: approx. 2.5–4.5 mm
• Smaller needles create more fitted fabric
• Larger needles create softer drape and movement
• Swatching is highly recommended because stretch changes fabric behavior

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for lightweight stretch weaving projects
• Excellent for fashion textiles and soft apparel fabrics
• Best used with careful tension control due to elasticity
• Creates breathable modern woven fabrics with flexibility

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash or gentle cool machine wash
• Use mild detergent
• Do not bleach
• Lay flat to dry
• Avoid excessive heat due to elastane content
• Store folded rather than hanging