Cashmere Silk Yarn, FILCOM CASHSILK, Luxury Italian Lace Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 1300m/100g

CASHSILK is the kind of yarn I would recommend to knitters who love cashmere but want a fabric that is easier to wear through more seasons. The 50% Cashmere / 50% Silk blend creates a beautiful balance: softer and warmer than pure silk, but lighter, more breathable, and more fluid than many traditional cashmere yarns. If pure cashmere sometimes feels too warm and silk alone feels too crisp, CASHSILK sits beautifully between the two.

This yarn is especially attractive for lightweight luxury knitwear: elegant sweaters, cardigans, tops, shawls, and layering pieces that feel refined but not overly delicate. At 1300m per 100g, it gives knitters flexibility — use it in multiple strands by itself for soft garments, or hold it together with another yarn to add cashmere softness, silk drape, and a more polished finished fabric.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: FILCOM, Italy
• Article: CASHSILK
• Fiber Content: 50% Cashmere, 50% Silk
• Yarn Category: Lace Weight
• Yarn Structure: 2-Ply Carded
• Yarn Count: Nm 2/26000
• Yardage: approximately 1300m / 1421yd per 100g (3.52oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Soft cashmere touch
• Elegant silk drape
• Lightweight and breathable
• Smooth but not flat
• Gentle carded softness
• Comfortable next to skin
• Refined matte luxury appearance
• Beautiful for year-round layering

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
CASHSILK is not just a luxury blend — it is a very wearable luxury blend. The cashmere gives softness, warmth, and comfort, while the silk adds strength, movement, and elegant drape. Together they create fabric that feels luxurious without becoming heavy or overly warm.

The 2-ply carded structure gives the yarn a softer, more relaxed character than a tightly polished yarn. This is useful for knitters because the finished fabric feels natural, elegant, and forgiving while still looking refined.

This is a strong choice for knitters who want luxury fibers for garments they will actually wear often, not just save for special occasions.

✦ Fiber Preparation
• 2-ply carded construction
• Softer, airier hand than tightly combed yarns
• Creates a more relaxed luxury fabric
• Helps the yarn feel warmer and softer in the finished project

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
CASHSILK can be used in two very practical ways:

• In multiple strands by itself for lightweight luxury garments
• As a companion yarn to improve softness, drape, and comfort

Best for:
• Sweaters
• Cardigans
• Lightweight tops
• Shawls and wraps
• Scarves
• Layering pieces
• Luxury baby garments
• Fine accessories

This yarn is especially good for knitters who want the softness of cashmere with the elegance and movement of silk.

➤ Approximate Yarn Requirements
Usage depends on strand count, gauge, size, and fabric density.

Used in multiple strands:
• Shawl: approx. 120–180g
• Scarf: approx. 80–150g
• Lightweight Top: approx. 180–280g
• Sweater (S–M): approx. 300–400g
• Sweater (L–XL): approx. 400–500g
• Cardigan: approx. 350–500g

Used as a companion yarn:
• Sweater addition: approx. 80–150g
• Cardigan addition: approx. 100–180g
• Shawl addition: approx. 50–100g

➤ What This Yarn Does In Your Project
• Adds cashmere softness
• Improves silk-like drape
• Makes fabric feel lighter and more refined
• Adds comfort without excessive warmth
• Creates elegant stitch definition
• Gives simple garments a more expensive look
• Works beautifully for wearable luxury knitwear

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
Fine Merino
Adds elasticity and structure while keeping the fabric soft.

Silk Mohair
Adds halo and atmosphere for airy luxury garments.

Baby Suri Alpaca
Creates a softer, warmer, more cloud-like fabric.

Linen
Creates elegant warm-weather luxury blends with better drape.

Fine Paillettes Yarns
Adds subtle sparkle for refined evening or couture-inspired projects.

Personally, I think CASHSILK is beautiful both on its own and as a companion yarn. If you want soft, fluid, wearable luxury, this blend gives you a lot of possibilities.

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
Single strand:
• 2.75–3.5 mm / US 2–4

Multiple strands:
• 3.5–5.0 mm / US 4–8

Crochet:
• 3.0–5.0 mm

Swatching is highly recommended, especially if using multiple strands.

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for fine luxury weaving
• Beautiful for lightweight scarves and wraps
• Adds softness and drape to woven fabrics
• Best for projects where softness and elegance are the priority

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold
• Use cashmere-safe detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry
• Store folded