Merino Silk Yarn, NANCHINO, Premium Italian Yarn by ZEGNA BARUFFA, Dark Chocolate, Available in Balls and on Cones, Lace Weight, 2400m/100g

A luminous lace-weight blend of 70% Extrafine Merino and 30% Silk ✨ – NANCHINO by Zegna Baruffa offers softness, sheen, and timeless elegance for your finest knits.

📍 YOU CAN BUY CONES HERE – HERE
THIS IS LIMITED QUANTITY YARN!

🧶 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Zegna Baruffa, Italy
• Article: NANCHINO
• Fiber Content: 70% Extrafine Merino Wool, 30% Silk
• Yarn Weight: Lace
• Yarn Count: Nm 2/48
• Yardage: 2400 meters / 100g (2624 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Color: Dark Chocolate with Bronze Melange
• Origin: Made in Italy
• Special Feature: Silk sheen creates a melange effect for a sophisticated, dimensional look

✨ Texture & Feel:
• Featherlight and smooth with luxurious drape
• Subtle silk sheen for dimensional depth
• Ultra-soft and breathable for next-to-skin comfort
• Fabric softens and blooms gently after blocking

🧶 Recommended Uses:
• Featherweight sweaters and cardigans
• Delicate lace shawls and stoles
• Elegant layering pieces and vests
• Weaving fine scarves and wraps
• Baby garments or heirloom knits

🩷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Best used held 5–6 strands together for structure
• Knitting: 2.25mm–3.5mm (US 1–4)
• Crochet: 2.0mm–3.0mm
• Always swatch to test bloom and drape

🧵 Weaving Suitability:
• Excellent for weft in lace or dress-weight fabrics
• Can be used for warp with appropriate sizing and tension
• Ideal for luxury accessories and soft fabric blends

🔍 Gauge & Behavior Notes:
• Very fine laceweight yarn with elegant flow
• Silk content adds stability and gloss
• Blocks beautifully for crisp lace patterns
• May shift slightly in plain stockinette unless blended or held double

🪡 Working with Multiple Strands:
• Single strand = ultra-fine, sheer fabrics
• 5–6 strands = fingering to light sport-weight results
• Combines beautifully with mohair, cashmere, or silk lace
• Ideal for creating custom tweed or marled effects

📘 Project Ideas:
• Knit a luxury lace scarf with 150g single strand
• Create a lightweight pullover using 300–400g held 5-stranded
• Weave a shimmering shawl with silk-blended weft
• Use mixed strands to knit a color-flecked oversized tee

🧪 Blending Possibilities:
• Pair with cashmere for extra loft
• Blend with silk mohair for halo
• Hold with cotton or linen to adjust seasonality
• Mix with fine viscose or lurex for modern sparkle

💡 Helpful Notes:
• This is an ultra-fine yarn (Nm 2/48) — swatching with multiple strands is highly recommended
• Merino regulates temperature and adds softness
• Silk brings elegant sheen and structure
• May contain light spinning oils; wash before final use

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
These are approximate values for knitting held 6-stranded:
• Short-sleeve top: 300–400g (7200–9600 meters / 7874–10500 yards)
• Long-sleeve pullover: 500–600g (12000–14400 meters / 13123–15750 yards)
• Shawl or scarf: 150–200g (3600–4800 meters / 3937–5249 yards)

� Care Instructions:
• Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight
📌 Please keep in mind: cone yarns, especially those spun for industrial use, may include light protective wax. A few gentle washes will help the fiber bloom and reach full softness.

📸 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 may appear slightly different depending on your screen settings. I highly recommend zooming in on each photo to fully appreciate the yarn’s texture and finish.
📌 ±1–2g variation per 100g is possible due to winding
✨ Yarn is wound by hand and carefully packed

🚎 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 extra 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.

🗨 Questions
Have questions about this yarn or your project? I’m always happy to help! Your kind reviews and shared creations help my small business grow — and they inspire others too. Each order is carefully packed by me, with a handwritten thank-you note and a small gift.

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