{"title":"Yarn By Fiber | Vicuña","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eVicuña — often called the “fiber of the gods” — is the finest natural fiber in the world, softer than cashmere and rarer than any farmed wool. Collected only once every three years from protected wild animals in the Andes, its supply is extremely limited. For this reason, vicuña is normally reserved for couture textiles, and yarns containing it are rarely available to hand knitters.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vinicunca-filcom-italy-vicuna-mulberry-silk-lace-10432668041527","title":"RARE FIND: Vicuña Mulberry Silk, VINICUNCA, Luxury Italian Yarn by Filcom, Available in Balls or Cones, Lace Weight, 700m\/100g (765y\/3.52oz)","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"454\" data-start=\"185\"\u003eFILCOM \u003cstrong data-end=\"205\" data-start=\"192\"\u003eVINICUNCA\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptionally rare luxury yarn blending precious Vicuña fiber with fine Mulberry silk. Vicuña is often called the \u003cem data-end=\"347\" data-start=\"326\"\u003e“fiber of the gods”\u003c\/em\u003e and is considered the finest natural fiber in the world — finer than cashmere and softer than baby alpaca.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"857\" data-start=\"456\"\u003eUnlike sheep, vicuñas cannot be farmed. They live wild in the high Andes mountains and are protected animals. The fiber can only be collected once every three years during the traditional ceremonial gathering called \u003cstrong data-end=\"681\" data-start=\"672\"\u003eChaku\u003c\/strong\u003e, where animals are gently released back into the wild after shearing. Each animal produces only a very small amount of usable fiber, so the global supply is extremely limited.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1122\" data-start=\"859\"\u003eFor this reason, pure vicuña garments are among the most valuable textile pieces in the world and often cost thousands of dollars. Yarns containing real vicuña are rarely available for hand knitting and are typically reserved for couture weaving and luxury mills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1321\" data-start=\"1124\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFILCOM \u003c\/strong\u003eproduces small-batch Italian luxury yarns and occasionally releases \u003cstrong\u003erare experimental blends using fibers normally unavailable to knitters. VINICUNCA is one of those exceptional productions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1621\" data-start=\"1323\"\u003eThe yarn is softly carded and intentionally slightly uneven — a natural interaction between airy vicuña down and smooth mulberry silk filament. This irregularity is the defining beauty of the yarn, creating a living surface with depth and organic elegance rather than a flat machine-perfect thread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1894\" data-start=\"1623\"\u003eMulberry silk stabilizes the delicate vicuña fibers, adds durability and a refined sheen while preserving the warmth, breathability and extraordinary softness of the fiber. After washing, the fibers relax and bloom, producing a soft halo while remaining incredibly light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2306\" data-start=\"1896\"\u003e▣\u003cstrong\u003e Product Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1923\" data-start=\"1920\"\u003e• Manufacturer: FILCOM, Italy\u003cbr data-end=\"1955\" data-start=\"1952\"\u003e• Article: VINICUNCA\u003cbr data-end=\"1978\" data-start=\"1975\"\u003e• Fiber Content: \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e20% Vicuña, 80% Mulberry Silk\u003cbr data-end=\"2027\" data-start=\"2024\"\u003e• Yarn Category: Lace (Carded Yarn)\u003cbr data-end=\"2065\" data-start=\"2062\"\u003e• Yarn Count: Nm 2\/14000\u003cbr data-end=\"2092\" data-start=\"2089\"\u003e• Yardage: 700 m \/ 100 g (≈ 765 yd \/ 3.52 oz)\u003cbr data-end=\"2140\" data-start=\"2137\"\u003e• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)\u003cbr data-end=\"2199\" data-start=\"2196\"\u003e• Origin: Made in Italy\u003cbr data-end=\"2225\" data-start=\"2222\"\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAvailability: Extremely rare and limited — once sold out, cannot be restocked\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2519\" data-start=\"2308\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⌁ Texture \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2327\" data-start=\"2324\"\u003eFeather-light, airy and warm, silky base with delicate vicuña halo. Breathable and naturally thermoregulating. The carded structure creates subtle organic texture unique to rare luxury fibers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2726\" data-start=\"2521\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Ways to Knit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2538\" data-start=\"2535\"\u003eHeld double — recommended standard hand knitting\u003cbr data-end=\"2589\" data-start=\"2586\"\u003eHeld triple — warmer yet still weightless knitwear\u003cbr data-end=\"2642\" data-start=\"2639\"\u003eWith a base yarn — combine with merino, cashmere or wool for structure and stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2892\" data-start=\"2728\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Suggested Needle Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2755\" data-start=\"2752\"\u003eHeld double: approx. 3.25–4.0 mm (US 3–6)\u003cbr data-end=\"2799\" data-start=\"2796\"\u003eHeld triple: approx. 4.0–4.5 mm (US 6–7)\u003cbr data-end=\"2842\" data-start=\"2839\"\u003eWith a base yarn: follow the base yarn needle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3359\" data-start=\"2894\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Estimated Yarn Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2919\" data-start=\"2916\"\u003eHeld double sweater S–M: ~240–320 g total yarn used (≈ 1680–2240 m \/ 2100–2800 yd)\u003cbr data-end=\"3004\" data-start=\"3001\"\u003eHeld double sweater L–XL: ~320–420 g total yarn used (≈ 2240–2940 m \/ 2800–3675 yd)\u003cbr data-end=\"3090\" data-start=\"3087\"\u003eHeld triple sweater S–M: ~360–480 g total yarn used (≈ 2520–3360 m \/ 3150–4200 yd)\u003cbr data-end=\"3175\" data-start=\"3172\"\u003eHeld triple sweater L–XL: ~480–600 g total yarn used (≈ 3360–4200 m \/ 4200–5250 yd)\u003cbr data-end=\"3261\" data-start=\"3258\"\u003eShawl: ~160–260 g (≈ 1120–1820 m \/ 1400–2275 yd)\u003cbr data-end=\"3312\" data-start=\"3309\"\u003eScarf: ~140–220 g (≈ 980–1540 m \/ 1225–1925 yd)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3482\" data-start=\"3361\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Weaving Suitability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3385\" data-start=\"3382\"\u003eSuitable for luxury weaving. Produces breathable warm cloth with elegant drape and natural depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3696\" data-start=\"3484\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⋔ Care Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"3506\" data-start=\"3503\"\u003eHand wash in cool water using wool detergent. Soak gently without agitation, rinse in same temperature water, do not wring. Roll in towel and dry flat. 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