RARE Find: Cashmere 100% Yarn, CABLELIGHT, Luxury Italian Yarn by Loro Piana, Available in Balls and on Cones, 667m/100g (729y)

A rare luxury cashmere yarn with featherlight softness 🐐 – Spun in Italy by the iconic house of Loro Piana. Lace weight with elegant loft and extraordinary bloom—ideal for heirloom-quality knits, refined baby garments, and fine weaving.

📍 YOU CAN BUY CONES HERE – HERE.
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🧶 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Loro Piana, Italy
• Article: Cablelight
• Fiber Content: 100% Cashmere
• Yarn Weight: Lace
• Yarn Count: Nm 3/20
• Yardage: 667 meters / 100g (729 yards / 3.52 oz)

✨ Texture & Feel:
Featherlight, airy, and smooth with a delicate halo that blossoms after blocking. Lightly waxed for industrial knitting, this yarn softens and blooms beautifully after the first few washes—revealing a fuller body and dreamy halo. Naturally breathable with gentle elasticity, it offers cozy warmth without overheating thanks to the thermoregulating qualities of pure cashmere.

🧶 Recommended Uses:
• Lace shawls, stoles, and scarves
• Featherlight sweaters and cardigans
• Baby garments and accessories
• Woven wraps or luxury scarves
• Layering tees and fine lace garments

🧷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Best used held single, double, or triple depending on the project
• Knitting: 2.25mm–3.5mm (US 1–4)
• Crochet: 2.0mm–3.0mm
Swatching is highly recommended to explore bloom and stitch definition.

🧵 Weaving Suitability:
Perfect for both warp and weft in ultra-fine woven fabric. This yarn is ideally suited to delicate scarves, wraps, and heirloom textiles. Sizing may be needed for warp use. Adjust tension carefully to accommodate softness and bounce.

🔍 Gauge & Behavior Notes:
• Spun to a plump laceweight (Nm 3/20), this yarn is easier to work with than finer lace counts
• Bloom becomes visible after blocking, along with increased softness and drape
• May bias slightly in stockinette when worked single, but responds beautifully to textured stitches
• Offers good stitch definition in lace and openwork patterns

🪡 Working with Multiple Strands:
• Held single, it creates a delicate fabric with great breathability and definition
• Held double, you’ll get a soft sport-weight fabric ideal for layering garments
• Held triple, it creates a light DK with extra body and warmth
• Pairs beautifully with mohair or silk lace for luxury blending

📘 Project Ideas:
• Knit a whisper-soft v-neck pullover using 300g held single
• Crochet a light shawl with 150g held double
• Weave a gradient scarf alternating single and double-stranded areas
• Use triple strands to create a warm baby wrap or oversized cowl

🧪 Blending Possibilities:
• Hold with silk mohair for enhanced halo and texture
• Combine with superfine merino for strength and subtle bounce
• Pairs well with linen, silk, or alpaca for multi-season garments
• Use as a carry-along strand in luxury marled projects

💡 Helpful Notes:
• This yarn is spun to a 3/20 Nm count, giving you approximately 667m per 100g. It has more body than ultra-fine laceweight and is easier to handle as a single strand.
• Cashmere naturally regulates temperature—keeping you warm without overheating.
• Swatch and block before starting your project—the fabric transforms beautifully after washing.

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
These are approximate values for knitting held double (333m/100g):
• Sweater (Size S–M): 300–350g (999–1166 meters | 1093–1275 yards)
• Sweater (Size L–XL): 400–500g (1332–1665 meters | 1458–1820 yards)
• Shawl/Wrap: 150–200g (499–666 meters | 546–729 yards)
• Baby Set: 150–200g (499–666 meters | 546–729 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 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 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.

🚞️ 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.

🗨 Questions
Have questions about this yarn or your project? I’m always happy to help! I’d love to hear how you enjoyed working with this yarn! Your kind reviews and shared creations help my small business grow—and they inspire others too. Thank you!