Gepard My Joy Up-Cycling
My Joy Upcycling is the ultimate sustainable version of My Joy, crafted from baby alpaca, merino wool, and organic cotton. It is luxuriously soft, non-fuzzy, easy to work with, and creates a lively, even stitch definition that beautifully hides minor knitting imperfections.
What sets My Joy Upcycling apart is that it’s made entirely from surplus fibres from our spinning mill — leftovers that would otherwise be discarded. These include small batches of unused fibre, fibres removed from machinery, or those lost during the spinning process. All fibres are collected, colour-sorted by hand, and recycled. The cotton mesh core, however, is made from new organic cotton. No additional energy is used for dyeing or transport.
The manual sorting process is extensive, and both we and our mill take great pride in offering a truly sustainable yarn. This allows knitters to enjoy high-quality yarns without contributing to the environmental impact of new production or dyeing processes. The yarn carries subtle traces of different shades from the recycled fibres, creating a unique, tweedy, and harmonious look with natural colour variation.
My Joy Upcycling may vary slightly in volume compared to the original My Joy — both in strand texture (with a light variation characteristic of true tweed) and overall fabric feel. We recommend using up to 7 mm needles when knitting with My Joy Upcycling on its own. Many knitters choose to pair it with Kid Seta or Cashmere Lace, allowing you to tone the fabric to your desired effect while also adding extra loft and richness to the finished garment.
We recommend steaming or gently washing your finished garment after knitting. This will allow the fabric to bloom, creating a softer, fuller, and more cohesive texture.
Because the yarn is made from production leftovers, each colourway is limited in quantity. We typically expect a colour number to remain in stock for 2–3 years.
Every year brings new excitement as we discover the beautiful variations in the next colour collections.
Specifications:
• Fibre content: 55% upcycled baby alpaca, 10% upcycled merino wool, 35% organic cotton
• Yardage: 50 g = 110 m (120 yds)
• Recommended needle size: 4.5–7 mm (US 7–10.75)
• Gauge: 14–17 stitches = 10 cm / 4" in stockinette stitch
• Care instructions: Hand wash at 20–25°C (68–77°F) using an enzyme-free detergent. Always use a laundry bag throughout the washing process to prevent the garment from stretching in length. Always wash a swatch first. For best results, gently steam your finished piece to help it maintain its shape and gain extra loft. Refer to the care instructions on the yarn label.
• Origin: Made in Italy — spun and produced at a small, family-owned mill
• Certification: Mulesing-free and sourced from animals that are well cared for and responsibly raised
