Filati Be.mi.va., Italy

Baby Alpaca Stretchy Fluffy Yarn, Filati BE.MI.VA, Premium Italian Lace Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 2000m/100g

$11.99 USD

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➤ HOW TO ORDER: CHOOSE A COLOR, SELECT 100 GRAMS OR 50 GRAMS, THEN ENTER THE NUMBER OF BALLS IN THE QUANTITY BOX. SOLD BY WEIGHT, NOT BY FULL CONE.

⚠️ IMPORTANT: Check both 50g and 100g options for full stock. If less than 100g remains, please purchase the entire leftover amount. Final weights may vary slightly. Orders may be adjusted down if less yarn remains, or an additional invoice may be sent if more is available.

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➤ ALL YARN IS WOUND INTO BALLS BY DEFAULT. YARN IS NOT WOUND ON CONES UNLESS CONES ARE PURCHASED SEPARATELY.

⚠️ NEED CONE WINDING? BUY CONES HERE + ADD INSTRUCTIONS IN CART NOTES

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BABY 20 by Filati Be.Mi.Va, Italy is an ultra-fine luxury lace yarn (1/20000) with approx. 2000 m / 2187 yd per 100 g, designed primarily for multi-strand knitting. This airy, brushed blend of baby alpaca and merino with Nylon “Comfort” creates a soft, stretchy, and lightweight fabric with gentle volume, excellent resilience, and modern wearability. Best suited for 3–5 strands for garments, or single strand for machine knitting and delicate lace.

This yarn feels almost weightless in the hand. It is soft, slightly elastic, and breathable, making it especially suitable for garments worn close to the skin. The fine animal fibers provide softness and warmth, while the Nylon “Comfort” component adds essential structure, stretch, and memory, helping finished garments maintain their shape over time rather than growing or sagging.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Filati Be.Mi.Va, Italy
• Article: BABY 20
• Fiber Content: 22% Baby Alpaca, 28% Merino, 50% Polyamide
• Yarn Category: Lace / Extra-Fine
• Yarn Count: 1/20000
• Yardage: approx. 2000 m / 2187 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Ultra-light and breathable
• Soft with gentle stretch and flexibility
• Light volume despite extremely fine structure
• Smooth and comfortable against the skin
• Airy, modern, and easy to wear
• Brushed, fluffy surface with a delicate bloom

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
BABY 20 is an incredibly light yarn with real character. The blend of baby alpaca and merino provides softness and warmth, while the 50% Nylon “Comfort” gives the yarn a unique combination of stretch, memory, and resilience.

This balance makes it different from traditional lace yarns. Instead of feeling fragile or unstable, the fabric has elasticity and recovery, allowing it to bounce back after being stretched or compressed. This significantly reduces the risk of garments growing or losing shape over time — a common issue with very soft alpaca or merino yarns.

✧ Fiber Profile — Baby Alpaca, Merino & Polyamide
Baby Alpaca adds:
• Softness and gentle warmth
• Light, airy comfort
• A delicate halo after washing

Merino adds:
• Elasticity and structure
• Smoothness and softness
• Better recovery in the finished fabric

Polyamide (Nylon “Comfort”) adds:
• Strength and durability
• Stability in an extremely fine yarn
• Stretch, memory, and resilience

Together, these fibers create a yarn that is exceptionally light, softly brushed, elastic, and much more stable than a comparable ultra-fine yarn made only from animal fibers.

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Extremely fine yarn — multiple strands are required for hand knitting
• Single strand: machine knitting or very delicate lace only
• 2–3 strands: still very light and semi-sheer
• 4–5 strands: suitable for wearable garments
• Excellent for layering pieces and lightweight sweaters
• Also works well held together with another yarn

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Lightweight sweater (3–4 strands): approx. 250–350 g
• Sweater (4–5 strands): approx. 350–500 g
• Shawl or wrap: approx. 150–300 g
• Scarf or cowl: approx. 120–250 g
• Fine layering garments: variable

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
Silk Yarns — add drape and elegance
Mohair on Silk — enhance softness and halo
Fine Merino — add structure and warmth
Cotton or Linen — create contrast and seasonal versatility

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• 3–4 strands: start around 3.0–3.5 mm
• 4–5 strands: 3.5–4.5 mm
• You may need slightly larger needles due to post-wash bloom and contraction
• Washed swatching is strongly recommended

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for lightweight woven textiles
• Ideal for soft scarves and refined fabrics
• Best for flexible, airy structures

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold with gentle detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry
• Store folded

Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)

⚑ FOR FULL-CONE SALES, THERE IS NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR THE CONE. Yarn will remain on its original cone.

⚑ FOR YARN THAT IS NOT SOLD AS A FULL CONE BUT IN VARIOUS WOUND WEIGHTS, ALL YARN WILL BE WOUND INTO BALLS BY DEFAULT. CONES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE YARN PRICE. However, we can wind it onto cones upon request. Cones may be purchased separately if you prefer continuous yardage for machine knitting or multi-strand projects. One color is typically wound per cone to maintain consistency.

PLEASE BUY CONES HERE

Unlike other shops where cone costs are often built into the yarn price—regardless of the format—our pricing is transparent. You pay only for the yarn itself. If you’d like your order wound on a cone, it can be purchased separately. This small additional charge also helps cover packaging differences and the actual cost of the cone. No hidden fees, no inflated markups—just honest, straightforward pricing.

Please Note

Please keep in mind: cone yarns, especially those made with extra fine merino or cashmere, may include a protective coating used for industrial knitting. A few gentle washes will allow the yarn to bloom, soften, and reveal its natural texture.
Colors are photographed in natural light but may appear slightly different depending on your screen.
FOR YARN THAT IS CUSTOM-WOUND, ±1–2g variation per 100g may occur due to winding.
Each ball/cone is wound with care and packed securely to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition.

Shipping & Order Processing

Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as cone winding may require additional time. Multiple orders placed before shipment may be combined. Shipping refunds are not issued for combined orders.

We ship worldwide with tracking provided. As customs policies and tariffs can change frequently, any duties, taxes, or import fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer. These charges are not collected by us at the time of purchase but are typically paid to your local postal service or customs office upon the arrival of your package.

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