SHINE by Botto Giuseppe is an exceptionally fine pure Mulberry silk lace yarn with a smooth, glossy surface and extraordinary meterage. The silk is Mulberry silk sourced in India and produced using ethical and sustainable practices — fully biodegradable, obtained without pesticides, and cruelty-free, as cocoons are collected only after the moths have naturally hatched.
With an impressive 3000 meters per 100 g, SHINE is suitable for lace knitting, fine weaving, embroidery, and for blending with other fibers to add sheen, strength, and durability. The yarn is finished in Italy with consistent quality and precision.
▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Botto Giuseppe, Italy
• Article: SHINE
• Fiber Content: 100% Pure Mulberry Silk (sourced in India)
• Yarn Category: Extra-Fine Lace
• Yardage: 3000 m / 100 g (≈ 3281 yd / 3.52 oz)
• Sustainability: Biodegradable, pesticide-free, cruelty-free production
• Format: Cones ONLY (to preserve the integrity, continuity, and natural luster of the high silk content in this delicate, Italian-made fiber)
• Origin: Made in Italy
⌁ Texture & Feel
• Extremely fine, smooth, and fluid
• Clean, glossy Mulberry silk surface
• Lightweight with excellent strength for its gauge
• Adds shine and stability when blended with other fibers
➤ Recommended Uses
• Lace knitting and openwork shawls
• Fine embroidery
• Lightweight woven fabrics
• Luxury garment accents and trims
• Blending with mohair, alpaca, merino, or wool to add sheen and durability
➤ Recommended Strand Use (Important)
• Single strand is NOT recommended for hand knitting
• 4–6 strands recommended for knitting or crochet
• Adjust needle or hook size depending on fabric density
• Swatching is strongly recommended
➤ Recommended Needles (Guideline — 4–6 Strands)
• 4 strands: 2.5–3.0 mm (US 1.5–2.5)
• 5 strands: 3.0–3.5 mm (US 2.5–4)
• 6 strands: 3.5–4.0 mm (US 4–6)
➤ Estimated Yarn Usage (Held in 4–6 Strands)
• Lightweight sweater (XS–S): approx. 250 g
• Lightweight sweater (M–L): approx. 300 g
• Lightweight sweater (XL–2XL): approx. 400 g
• Shawl or wrap: approx. 150 g
• Scarf or cowl: approx. 100 g
• Hat or beanie: approx. 60 g
• Fingerless gloves or mittens: approx. 50 g
• Knee-length dress: approx. 500 g
• Full-length dress: approx. 700 g
➤ Weaving Suggestions
• Suitable for fine weaving with careful tension control
• Use multiple ends together for warp stability
• Works well as weft to introduce sheen and strength
• Sampling and wet finishing recommended
⫯ Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cold water
• Use mild detergent
• Do not wring
• Lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight
