Knitting with ILLUSION

ILLUSION (a review)

I’ll be honest — I bought ILLUSION for the colour play, but I stayed for the way it feels in my hands. The shifting tones are so hypnotic that I kept knitting “just one more row” just to see what happened next. By the time I finished my summer tank, I was already thinking about scarves and wraps to keep that magic going year-round.

My First Impressions

ILLUSION is unlike any yarn I’ve worked with before. It's mouliné construction — where individually printed strands with identical colour repeats are twisted together — creates a visual effect that feels almost magical. Even before casting on, the yarn shimmers with movement, hinting at the optical play that develops in the fabric.

Quick Specs

• Composition: 55% Cotton, 45% Bamboo Viscose

• Length / Weight: 270 m / 100 g

• Recommended Needles: 3.5 mm

• Tension: 22 sts / 10 cm

• Tested Projects: Summer tank top, scarves, wraps

• Care: Machine washable up to 30°C, lay flat to dry

Knitting Experience

From the first row, the colour flow is mesmerising. Simple stockinette becomes a constantly evolving canvas as the synchronised colour repeats create shifting patterns that appear to move. The cotton and bamboo viscose blend feels smooth and cool in the hand, and the drape develops beautifully as the fabric grows.

Wearing and Performance

The finished fabric captures light in a way that makes colours dance — almost like a mirage. Breathable, soft, and with a subtle sheen from the bamboo viscose, it’s ideal for summer garments and statement accessories. The colour magic stays intact wash after wash, thanks to the durable twist and quality fibres.

Where ILLUSION Excels

• Statement summer garments — visual impact without complex stitches

• Scarves and wraps — conversation-starting accessories

• Simple patterns — letting colour be the main feature

• Gifts — pieces that inspire awe and intrigue

Yarn Characteristics

• Mouliné Construction: Creates optical effects with synchronised multi-strand printing

• Bamboo Viscose Sheen: Enhances the mirage-like shimmer

• Even Colour Distribution: Avoids pooling while maintaining natural flow

Care & Practicality

Machine washable up to 30°C. The colour effects remain vibrant, and the bamboo content softens further with gentle laundering.

Value for Money

Given the yardage and unique colour technology, ILLUSION is excellent value. It eliminates the need for complex colour-work while producing high-impact, professional-looking results.

Final Verdict

ILLUSION is a yarn that turns basic knitting into a spectacle. For projects where colour should be the main attraction, it delivers unforgettable results with surprising practicality.