Noro Rikka Orenji 13
"Orenji" is the Japanese word for "orange," referring to both the fruit and the color. Rikka Orenji has the shades of a fruit orchard. Pale oranges, yellows, browns, greys and greens. All earthy country shades with heavy sprinkles of silk white.
Throughout all shades Rikka is a luxurious, voluminous yarn, blending Merino wool and Corriedale with the softest Peruvian alpaca and undyed mulberry silk. The delicate white overlay in Noro Rikka yarn is due to the undyed mulberry silk. This silk adds a subtle, frosty appearance to the yarn, enhancing its unique texture and visual appeal. The combination of Merino wool, Corriedale, alpaca, and silk creates a luxurious and beautiful yarn perfect for cozy and elegant projects. The yarn and finished fabric has the delicate white silk overlay, reminiscent of a landscape touched by a frosty night or sudden snowfall. ‘Rikka’ means ‘snow crystal’ in Japanese, perfectly capturing its ethereal beauty.
Noro Rikka is a bulky-weight yarn that combines several high-quality fibers to create a unique and beautiful texture. Here’s what makes it special:
- Fiber Composition: Rikka is made from 57% wool (a blend of Merino and Corriedale), 22% alpaca, and 21% undyed mulberry silk.
- Texture and Appearance: The yarn has a voluminous feel and a distinctive look, often described as appearing to be dusted with a touch of white, reminiscent of a frosty landscape or snow crystals.
- Colorways: Noro Rikka comes in a variety of vibrant and natural colorways, each designed to highlight the unique qualities of the fibers.
- Usage: It’s perfect for creating cozy sweaters, scarves, cowls, and other accessories. One ball can yield a small scarf or cowl, making it ideal for quick and satisfying projects.
- Eco-Friendly: Like all Noro yarns, Rikka is produced with a focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility.
Key Features of Rikka Bulky #13 Orenji from Noro
- Color: Pale oranges, yellows, browns, greys and greens heavy sprinkles of silk white.
- Fiber Content: 57% Wool, 22% Alpaca, 21% Silk
- Weight: 200 g / 7 oz
- Approx: 350 yds
- Size: [5] Bulky
- Best suited for the Silver Reed Knitting Machines Bulky SK155
- Knitting Needle Size: US 9 - 11 / 5.5 - 8 mm
- Knitting Gauge: 3 – 3.75 sts = 1" / 12-14 sts = 4"
- Crochet Hook Size: I9 to L11
- Crochet Gauge: 8 - 11 sc = 4"
- Care: Hand Wash, Dry Flat.
- Product of: Japan
- Put-Up: Ball (Dinosaur egg!)