Serra

Serra is a sport-weight yarn from Symfonie Yarns, made by KnitPro, blending 80% extrafine merino with 20% alpaca. Each 100 g skein holds 328 yards (300 meters).

Every skein is semi-solid dyed, so there's gentle tonal depth that doesn't compete with the stitches. The alpaca adds warmth and a soft, delicate halo, and the merino keeps the fabric smooth and even. The 23 shades range from soft naturals like Sea Mist and Morning Fog to deeper tones like Mulled Wine, Abyss and Storm Ink.

It suits knitters and crocheters who want a soft, slightly drapey sport weight for garments and shawls with clear stitch definition.

Best for

• Garments with soft structure and drape
• Shawls with gentle texture
• Understated hats, cowls and mitts
• Crochet garments in a light fabric

Working with it

The listing suggests US 2.5–4 (3–3.5 mm) needles or hooks, and gives no set gauge, saying it varies with the project and stitch pattern. Swatch on the needle your pattern calls for and wash the swatch before measuring. Alpaca has less elasticity than wool, so ribbing won't pull in as firmly; a smaller needle for cuffs and hems keeps them neat. With semi-solid dyeing, alternate skeins on larger pieces to blend any difference between them.

Care

The listing says cool hand wash using wool detergent. Press out excess water in a towel and dry flat, away from direct heat.