993A/5 PETRA 4 PELOTES 100G GROSSEUR 5

For a structured piece that asserts its color, the DMC Petra 993A crochet thread n°5 in bright red 5666 is an obvious choice. This 100% cotton offers impeccable hold to the stitches, ideal for projects that require definition: summer sweaters, airy tops, seasonal accessories. The 100 g ball of No. 5 yarn quickly creates generous pieces without unnecessary thickness.

A French fiber for color. Made in France, this Petra range combines strength and flexibility. The 100% combed cotton ensures a softness to the touch and a natural drape that enhances intense shades like this red. No. 5 can be worked with 3 to 3.5 mm needles or with a crochet hook of the same gauge, depending on your preferred technique.

• Crochet regular stitches while maintaining constant tension: the bright red does not forgive irregularities in the work.
• For a denser finish, use a hook half a gauge finer than that recommended.
• Test the yarn on a small square before starting: 10 cm of tight stitches allows you to adjust the final size of your project.
• Wash your creation at 40°C without vigorous spinning: French cotton retains its color and shine with the right actions.
• Combine this red with neutral tones — ecru, gray, black — or dare to complement it with a golden yellow for a pop look.

To strengthen your project, work this yarn with very good quality hooks: bamboo or polished aluminum models slide ideally on this cotton. Chain stitch borders gain finesse when made with this sturdy thread.