{"product_id":"cariaggi-malfile-tweed-merino-cashmere-10376456438071","title":"Cashemere Merino Tweed Yarn, Luxury Italian Yarn by Gariaggi, Available on Cone or in Balls, Lace Weight, 650m\/100g (710y\/3.52oz)","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"220\" data-end=\"541\"\u003eA refined Italian tweed lace yarn with quiet depth and understated luxury — \u003cstrong data-start=\"296\" data-end=\"325\"\u003eMALFILE TWEED by Cariaggi\u003c\/strong\u003e blends smooth merino with a touch of cashmere, creating an elegant extra-fine yarn with subtle tweed character. Designed for multi-strand work, this yarn allows precise control over fabric weight, drape, and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"545\" data-end=\"571\"\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"571\" data-end=\"574\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Cariaggi, Italy\u003cbr data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"608\"\u003e• Article: MALFILE TWEED\u003cbr data-start=\"632\" data-end=\"635\"\u003e• Fiber Content: 95% Merino Wool, 5% Cashmere\u003cbr data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"683\"\u003e• Yarn Weight: Lace (2-ply)\u003cbr data-start=\"710\" data-end=\"713\"\u003e• Yarn Count: Nm 2\/13000\u003cbr data-start=\"737\" data-end=\"740\"\u003e• Yardage: 100g (3.52oz) ≈ 650m (710yd)\u003cbr data-start=\"779\" data-end=\"782\"\u003e• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)\u003cbr data-start=\"838\" data-end=\"841\"\u003e• Origin: Made in Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"868\" data-end=\"1160\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eTexture \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eLightweight, smooth, and softly structured, with delicate tweed flecks distributed evenly through the yarn. Merino provides elasticity and comfort, while cashmere adds a refined softness. After washing, the fabric blooms gently, enhancing stitch definition and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1162\" data-end=\"1317\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1164\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eKnitting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eThis is an extra-fine lace yarn and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1267\"\u003eis not intended for single-strand knitting\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1271\"\u003eBest results are achieved in multiple strands:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1319\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e• Hand knitting: start with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1347\" data-end=\"1362\"\u003e3–5 strands\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1365\"\u003e• Machine knitting: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e2–4 strands\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on gauge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1424\" data-end=\"1499\"\u003e⌁ Multi-strand use allows precise adjustment of density, drape, and warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003eEstimated Yarn Usage (multi-strand)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e▸ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003e3 strands held together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003e(≈ 215 m \/ 100 g equivalent — light fingering)\u003cbr data-start=\"1622\" data-end=\"1625\"\u003e• Sweater (S–M): 350–400 g\u003cbr data-start=\"1651\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003e• Sweater (L–XL): 420–480 g\u003cbr data-start=\"1681\" data-end=\"1684\"\u003e• Shawl \/ Wrap: 220–280 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1713\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003e▸ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1742\"\u003e4 strands held together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1742\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003e(≈ 160 m \/ 100 g equivalent — fingering \/ light sport)\u003cbr data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e• Sweater (S–M): 400–450 g\u003cbr data-start=\"1828\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003e• Sweater (L–XL): 480–550 g\u003cbr data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1861\"\u003e• Cardigan: 500–600 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1886\" data-end=\"2071\"\u003e▸ \u003cstrong data-start=\"1888\" data-end=\"1915\"\u003e5 strands held together\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1918\"\u003e(≈ 130 m \/ 100 g equivalent — sport \/ light DK)\u003cbr data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e• Sweater (S–M): 450–520 g\u003cbr data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e• Sweater (L–XL): 550–650 g\u003cbr data-start=\"2024\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003e• Structured garments \/ jackets: 650–800 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2073\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e⌁ Always swatch to fine-tune strand count and fabric behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2232\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eBlending Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2167\" data-end=\"2170\"\u003eMALFILE TWEED works beautifully as a base or companion strand:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003e• Blend with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2255\"\u003esilk\u003c\/strong\u003e for added drape and sheen\u003cbr data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003e• Pair with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2296\" data-end=\"2311\"\u003emohair\/silk\u003c\/strong\u003e for halo and volume\u003cbr data-start=\"2331\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e• Combine with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2349\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003ecashmere\u003c\/strong\u003e to increase softness\u003cbr data-start=\"2382\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003e• Hold with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2407\"\u003ealpaca\u003c\/strong\u003e for extra warmth\u003cbr data-start=\"2424\" data-end=\"2427\"\u003e• Blend with smooth \u003cstrong data-start=\"2447\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003emerino\u003c\/strong\u003e to enhance structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2619\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2518\"\u003eNeedles \u0026amp; Hooks (multi-strand)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2518\" data-end=\"2521\"\u003e• Knitting needles: 3.5–5.0 mm (US 4–8), depending on strand count\u003cbr data-start=\"2587\" data-end=\"2590\"\u003e• Crochet hooks: 3.0–4.5 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2621\" data-end=\"2760\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2650\"\u003eWeaving Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2653\"\u003eSuitable as weft in multi-strand form. For warp use, pair with a stronger support yarn to maintain tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2762\" data-end=\"2920\"\u003e▣ \u003cstrong data-start=\"2764\" data-end=\"2785\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e• Hand wash gently in cool water\u003cbr data-start=\"2820\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003e• Do not wring or twist\u003cbr data-start=\"2846\" data-end=\"2849\"\u003e• Lay flat to dry\u003cbr data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2869\"\u003e• Washing enhances softness and stitch definition\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CARIAGGI. 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