Rico Essentials Crochet is a versatile crochet and knitting yarn in a neutral heather grey shade. The 50 g skein delivers 280 metres of 100% cotton yarn, suitable for a wide range of craft projects.
50 g skein provides 280 m of yarn for extensive crochet and knitting projects
100% cotton construction delivers a soft, breathable finish ideal for wearable items
Heather grey tone blends easily with other colours in multi-yarn designs
Versatile for both crochet and knitting techniques on standard hooks and needles
What makes Rico Essentials Crochet different
Unlike specialised novelty yarns, Essentials Crochet is a straightforward cotton-blend yarn designed for everyday crafting. The neutral heather grey offers a calm, modern base that works as a standalone colour or as a complement in multi-colour projects.
Ideal for...
Crochet and knitting enthusiasts working on wearable accessories, home textiles, or decorative items. The neutral grey tone suits beginners and experienced crafters alike who need a reliable, easy-to-work-with cotton yarn.
Application of Rico Essentials Crochet
Select the appropriate hook or needle size for the desired fabric density
Work the yarn in rows or rounds according to your chosen pattern
Block the finished piece lightly to set the stitch definition
Care for the finished item by hand-washing in cool water and laying flat to dry
Rico Design is a German yarn manufacturer specialising in crochet and knitting yarns. The Essentials Crochet line offers basic, versatile cotton yarns in neutral tones, widely used by hobby crafters and textile artists across Europe.
Rico Essentials Crochet is a cotton yarn designed for both crochet and knitting projects, including wearable accessories, home textiles, and decorative items.
Each skein weighs 50 g and contains 280 metres of 100% cotton yarn in heather grey. The yarn is suitable for standard crochet hooks and knitting needles.
The yarn is made entirely of 100% cotton, providing a soft, breathable, and durable finish suitable for next-to-skin wear.
Rico Essentials Crochet is sold as a single 50 g skein, not as part of a set. Multiple skeins can be purchased separately for larger projects.
Hand-wash the finished item in cool water and lay it flat to dry. Avoid wringing or tumble-drying to preserve the cotton fibres and stitch shape.
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