SILK Yarn, 100% Pure MULBERRY Silk, Premium Italian Yarn by Botto Giuseppe, Available on Cone, Extra Fine Yarn, 3000m/100g (3281y)

An exceptional yarn for the finest creations ✨ – 100% Mulberry Silk by Botto Giuseppe, one of Italy’s most renowned spinning mills. With a delicate, extra-fine structure and a smooth luminous finish, this yarn is ideal for creating sheer, elegant garments or adding subtle luxury to your handwoven or knitted projects.

📍 YARN CAN BE WOUND ON ONE CONE PER COLOR FOR THE PURCHASED WEIGHT

🧶 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Botto Giuseppe, Italy
• Material: 100% Mulberry Silk
• Yarn Weight: Lace / Extra-Fine
• Yarn Count: Nm 2/60
• Yardage: 3000 meters / 100g (3281 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Origin: Made in Italy

✨ Texture & Feel:
• Feather-light and whisper-soft
• Silky smooth with elegant sheen
• Refined drape with natural flow
• Cool touch and breathable texture

🧶 Recommended Uses:
• Sheer layering tops and delicate tanks
• Luxury bridal shawls or veils
• Fine-gauge scarves or cowls
• Lightweight cardigans or shrugs
• Woven fabrics for couture-level finish

🧷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Not recommended for use as a single thread
• Best held double, triple, or blended
• Knitting: 2.0mm–3.0mm (US 0–2.5)
• Crochet: 1.75mm–2.5mm
Swatching is highly encouraged for desired structure.

🧵 Weaving Suitability:
• Beautiful weft for smooth fabrics
• Can be used as warp with sizing and care
• Suitable for scarves, wraps, or lightweight textiles

🔍 Gauge & Behavior Notes:
• Extremely fine yarn – best used with tension control
• Slight shift/stretch possible in loose stitches
• Holds lacework, eyelets, and open textures beautifully
• Best when blocked for full drape

🪡 Working with Multiple Strands:
• Single = sheer and gossamer
• Double = soft lace-weight feel
• Triple = fine sport-weight with flowing drape
• Blends well with linen, cotton, mohair, or merino

📘 Project Ideas:
• Luxury bridal stole (100g)
• Silk camisole held triple (150g–200g)
• Featherweight cardigan (250g–300g held triple)
• Woven scarf or wrap with silk shine (100g–200g)

🧪 Blending Possibilities:
• Add mohair for airy softness
• Pair with cotton or linen for breathability
• Mix with merino for warm but sleek texture
• Add viscose or lurex for shimmer or sparkle

💡 Helpful Notes:
• Mulberry silk is the highest-quality silk available
• Softens further with gentle washing
• Slight variation in sheen may appear across cones
• Ideal for pieces meant to move with the body

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
Based on working double or triple strand:
• Short-sleeve top: 250–350g (7500–10,500 m / 8203–11,482 yds)
• Long-sleeve pullover: 400–500g (12,000–15,000 m / 13,123–16,404 yds)
• Shawl or scarf: 100–200g (3000–6000 m / 3281–6562 yds)

🫧 Care Instructions:
• Hand wash gently in cold water with silk-safe detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight
📌 Please keep in mind: cone yarns spun for industrial use may include light spinning oil. A few gentle washes will allow the silk to fully bloom.

📸 Please Note:
• Photos show yarn on cones and may not reflect actual weight you’ll receive
• Yarn is wound to order based on your selected weight
• Colors may appear slightly different depending on your screen

🚞️ Shipping & Order Processing:
• Orders are processed in the order received and ship within 3–5 business days
• Winding into cakes or balls may add time
• Multiple orders may be combined for shipping. Refunds not issued for combined packages

💬 Questions:
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