material.1 is the yarn that never existed before.
soft, light, and relaxed, it also knits differently.
here is everything you need to know before
starting your new project.
material.1 is the yarn that never existed before.
soft, light, and relaxed, it also knits differently.
here is everything you need to know before
starting your new project.
every pattern is calculated for a specific type of yarn.
material.1 is the first of its kind, so patterns designed for other yarns may not work with it as written.
always knit a swatch, then wash and block it before you start. keep in mind that the fabric may grow by around 10% in length after wet blocking.
if you are new to this yarn, we suggest starting with a small project and moving on to larger ones once you better understand how it behaves.
your own tension and knitting style will also influence the result.
every pattern is calculated for a specific type of yarn.
material.1 is the first of its kind, so patterns designed for other yarns may not work with it as written.
always knit a swatch, then wash and block it before you start. keep in mind that the fabric may grow by around 10% in length after wet blocking.
if you are new to this yarn, we suggest starting with a small project and moving on to larger ones once you better understand how it behaves.
your own tension and knitting style will also influence the result.
yarn weight and length
50 g / 110 m per skein
recommended needles
3.5-4 mm, depending on your project and tension
gauge on 3.5 mm needles
20 sts x 31 rows / 10 cm in stockinette, before blocking
about 19 sts x 30 rows / 10 cm after blocking
gauge on 4 mm needles
21 sts x 31 rows / 10 cm in stockinette, before blocking
about 19 sts x 29 rows / 10 cm after wet blocking and drying flat
choosing a pattern
material.1 is an excellent choice for projects where softness, fluidity and drape are desired. unlike more elastic and structured wool yarns, it creates a fabric that falls naturally and follows the contours of the body rather than holding a rigid shape.
its smooth texture allows the stitches to settle into a soft, flowing fabric, which makes it particularly suitable for relaxed silhouettes, lightweight garments and designs where movement is an important feature.
keep in mind that drape and elasticity are not the same. a yarn with beautiful drape may offer less structural support and shape recovery than a springier wool yarn. when substituting material.1, consider not only the knitting gauge but also how the resulting fabric hangs, stretches and keeps its shape over time.
material.1 is dyed in Italy, with conventional dyes for protein fibers.
because of the way the Brewed ProteinTM fiber absorbs color, the shade can differ slightly from skein to skein, and sometimes within a single skein.
please take this into account when planning your project.
material.1 is dyed in Italy, with conventional dyes for protein fibers.
because of the way the Brewed ProteinTM fiber absorbs color, the shade can differ slightly from skein to skein, and sometimes within a single skein.
please take this into account when planning your project.
preparation
the fiber is cleaned and steamed to prepare it for dyeing. it naturally tends to shrink and is very sensitive to sudden changes, so temperature and processing conditions are carefully controlled at every step.
dyeing
the yarn is dyed in several stages under controlled conditions. the fiber absorbs color in a unique way, so the process requires strict monitoring. even with the greatest care, slight color variations can occasionally occur within the same dye lot or even within a single skein.
because the shade can vary, we recommend material.1 for small garments such as beanies, scarves, wristwarmers and balaclavas, where the differences are hardly noticeable.
for larger pieces, we recommend alternating 2 skeins every 2 rows, or knitting stripes.
before you start, place your skeins side by side to see the shades and plan how to alternate them.
because the shade can vary, we recommend material.1 for small garments such as beanies, scarves, wristwarmers and balaclavas, where the differences are hardly noticeable.
for larger pieces, we recommend alternating 2 skeins every 2 rows, or knitting stripes.
before you start, place your skeins side by side to see the shades and plan how to alternate them.
material.1 is incredibly soft.
when wet, the knitted fabric absorbs water and grows in length, so keep this in mind when blocking your piece.
blocking is recommended for all pieces: it makes the fabric feel even lighter and softer.
material.1 is incredibly soft.
when wet, the knitted fabric absorbs water and grows in length, so keep this in mind when blocking your piece.
blocking is recommended for all pieces: it makes the fabric feel even lighter and softer.
steam blocking
the easiest option. the garment relaxes gradually and may widen slightly with wear.
wet blocking
soak the piece in cold water with a little wool wash for 10 minutes, lift it out gently and press out the water without twisting. spin it at 400-600 rpm, reshape gently and let it dry flat.
the fabric becomes more fluid and stretches more easily when wet, so handle it with care. support its full weight and do not pull, twist or wring it.
the water may pick up a little color, this is normal.
if your piece stretched more than you wanted, it can be brought back.
wet it with cold water, then put it in a mesh bag and run a spin only cycle, starting at 400 rpm and increasing up to 800. reshape gently and dry flat.
if your piece stretched more than you wanted, it can be brought back.
wet it with cold water, then put it in a mesh bag and run a spin only cycle, starting at 400 rpm and increasing up to 800. reshape gently and dry flat.
the Superfine NATIVATM Merino in material.1 is not superwash and is not chemically coated, so it needs gentle care.
the Superfine NATIVATM Merino in material.1 is not superwash and is not chemically coated, so it needs gentle care.
storage
fold and store flat. do not hang on hangers, they can stretch the garment.
between wears
air it between wears and spot treat small marks instead of washing the whole piece.
washing
lukewarm or cold water with a small amount of wool wash or gentle shampoo. soak for 10 to 15 minutes.
removing water
fold gently and press, never twist. roll in a dry towel and press again. you can also use a mesh bag and a spin-only cycle at 400 to 600 rpm.
drying
lay flat on a towel. replace the towel after a few hours if needed.
material.1 contains an innovative fiber. specifications are based on initial testing and will be updated. feedback is welcome.
material.1 contains an innovative fiber. specifications are based on initial testing and will be updated. feedback is welcome.