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Lanificio dell’Olivo Mindy.
Composition: 32% baby alpaca, 27% merino wool, 37% polyamide, 4% lurex.
Yardage: 450m/100g.
Colour: Beige.
Description: Lanificio del Olivo Mindy is the kind of yarn you pick up and instantly know it will become someone’s favourite knit. With 32% baby alpaca and 27% merino wool, it offers softness, breathability and warmth without weight. Polyamide (37%) adds bounce, fights pilling and makes the strand tough enough for everyday wear. The remaining 4% lurex may sound tiny, yet it delivers a delicate shimmer—like morning frost—that makes Mindy stand out from the crowd.
At 450m per 100g, the creative options are almost endless. Work it single-stranded for lightweight sweaters and tops that pack down small. Two strands give you a serious jumper, a cosy oversize dress or a home-office cardigan that warms your shoulders while you work. Three strands produce plush hats, voluminous cowls or a blanket cardigan that doubles as a scarf and throw. Needles 3.5–4.5mm or a 5-gauge machine are ideal: stitches sit evenly while the lurex filament gently highlights stockinette, cables and even basic ribbing.
Mindy is easy-care: cool water, a drop of delicate detergent, a gentle towel squeeze and flat drying. After its first soak the fabric blooms slightly, feels even softer, yet holds its shape firmly. The secret lies in baby alpaca’s hollow fibres that trap air and create their own micro-climate, while merino prevents moisture from lingering. That’s why Mindy garments keep you comfy—never too warm in the office, never too cold on a windy stroll.
The colour palette is traditionally rich. A vibrant red turns plain denim festive, powder pink adds a touch of tenderness, while graphite or chocolate underlines the rigour of a classic coat. Mix several shades in stripes or jacquard—the lurex will create a “precious dust” effect and tie the whole look together.
Mindy ticks two boxes at once: it brings the natural warmth of baby alpaca and merino and adds a fashionable spark of lurex. Try it once and your hand will automatically reach for the next skein—this yarn gets you hooked on comfort and beauty, giving every piece character and a subtle shimmering charm.