DMC Astralia

Today has been a very hectic day; I've been listing all the things I need to pack. I also wanted to finish the second stage of my CAL-Heart Doily, but first, need to post this blog. :)

Two month ago, I bought DMC Astralia, yes, you read it right, ASTRALIA... it is made of acrylic and cotton. I am not sure if DMC is still selling this kind of thread/yarn (From now on, I'll this as thread, otherwise somebody will correct me..., as well as DMC doesn't sell yarn as far as I know). I checked their website and it is not listed in their threads or senso file.

Here is the photo of the thread. I got it for 7.00SR a ball, and I am thinking of buying some more once I got back from my vacation. It comes in a mushroom like puffballs package. Dear readers, if you know anything about DMC Astralia, please email, plus your suggestions on what other projects I can make using this thread.

So here is the hat I made using DMC Astralia thread 50g, I used more than half of the skein. Using H/5.mm hook, it is done using V-stitches and on the last row shell stitches. You can get the pattern at yarncat. The thread turns out okay, - actually more than okay - it is so soft and feels good on the skin. I am thinking of other projects for this thread. I just love how this thread turns out. :)