Cashmere 50 Merino 50 Yarn, GRANITE, Luxury Italian Yarn by Loro Piana, Available in Balls or on Cones, Lace Weight, 100g/900m

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📍 With the purchase of 300 grams or more of a single color, I can wind this color onto ONE cone at NO EXTRA CHARGE or, if possible, leave the yarn on the original cone. You just need to buy as much yarn as you need by picking up the necessary weight. Then please add a note here, or to your cart or message me directly if you'd like this option.
If you want MORE THAN ONE CONE, please buy more cones here – TO BUY CONES – https://www.etsy.com/listing/1725814472/paper-or-plastic-yarn-cones-exclusively.

🧶 Italian Lace Weight Yarn – GRANITE by Loro Piana
Delight in the natural elegance of GRANITE, a luxurious lace-weight yarn from Loro Piana, one of Italy’s most revered textile mills. This beautifully balanced blend of 50% Cashmere and 50% Merino offers the best of both worlds: the cloud-like softness of cashmere and the gentle resilience of fine merino wool.
Ideal for layering pieces and delicate garments, GRANITE drapes softly, feels warm and breathable, and produces a beautifully defined fabric.

🧵 Product Specifications:
🏭 Manufacturer: Loro Piana, Italy
📜 Article: GRANITE
🌿 Composition: 50% Cashmere, 50% Merino Wool
🧶 Weight: Lace, 1/9000
📏 Yardage: 900 meters (984 yards) per 100g (3.52 oz)
🌍 Origin: Made in Italy
✨ Feel: Light, elegant, soft against the skin with a smooth finish and gentle warmth

🪡 Recommended Needles & Hooks:
• Knitting needles: US 1 – 4 (2.25 – 3.5 mm)
• Crochet hooks: US B-1 to E-4 (2.25 – 3.5 mm)
💡 This yarn can be knit with a single strand for lacework, or held double or triple and more for added structure. It blocks beautifully and creates a light halo as the fibers bloom after washing.

🎨 Recommended Use:
This yarn is versatile, refined, and perfect for breathable cold-weather pieces or luxurious layering accessories.
Recommended for:
→ Lace shawls, wraps, and palantines
→ Lightweight sweaters, tees, and layering tops
→ Delicate scarves, cowls, and accessories
→ Baby knits, bonnets, and heirloom garments
→ Fine weaving and elegant mixed-fiber projects

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage (single strand or blended):
🧢 Hat or beanie – approx. 100g (3.52 oz)
🧣 Shawl or wrap – approx. 150–250g (5.3–8.8 oz)
🧶 Scarf or cowl – approx. 150–200g (5.3–7 oz)
👚 Sweater or top (S–M) – 300–400g (10.6–14.1 oz)
🧥 Sweater (L–XL) – 400–600g (14.1–21.2 oz)
🧵 Long cardigan or coat – 600–800g (21.2–28.2 oz)
✂️ We always recommend ordering a bit more for swatching or customizing your pattern.

🫧 Care Instructions:
• Hand wash cold with a gentle wool or cashmere detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight
📌 Please keep in mind: cone yarns, especially those containing cashmere, may include protective wax used for industrial machine knitting. A few gentle washes may be needed to fully release the fiber and allow the yarn to bloom into its softest and most beautiful form.

📸 Please Note:
The amount of yarn shown on cones in the photos may not reflect the actual quantity you’ll receive. Yarn is custom-wound per your order.

🎨 Colors are photographed in natural lighting, but appearance may vary depending on screen settings.

📦 Shipping & Order Processing:
Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as winding into balls or cones may take additional time and care.
To ensure efficient shipping, we may combine multiple orders placed before the initial shipment. Shipping refunds will not be issued for combined orders. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

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