Cashmere Silk Merino Yarn, Lana Gatto FEELING, Luxury Italian Sport Weight Yarn, 140m/50g

FEELING by Lana Gatto is a luxury Italian cashmere–silk–merino yarn with approx. 140m per 50g, designed for elegant sweaters, shawls, cowls, and refined knitwear worn directly on the skin. This sport-weight yarn features a tightly twisted 5-ply construction, giving it excellent elasticity, smooth stitch definition, and a beautifully polished, professional finish.

This yarn stands out immediately for its natural silk sheen and exceptional softness. It glides effortlessly on needles, forms clean, even stitches, and creates fabric with fluid drape and a subtle glow. The blend of cashmere, silk, and extrafine merino produces a balanced yarn that feels luxurious yet remains practical for real, wearable garments.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Lana Gatto, Italy
• Article: FEELING
• Fiber Content: 70% Extrafine Merino Wool, 20% Silk, 10% Cashmere
• Yarn Category: Sport
• Yardage: approx. 140 m / 153 yd per 50 g (1.76 oz)
• Format: Factory-wound balls (50 grams each)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Ultra-soft with a smooth, polished surface
• Elegant silk sheen with subtle glow
• Lightweight with gentle elasticity
• Fluid, drapey fabric
• Comfortable even for sensitive skin

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
This yarn combines three premium fibers into one refined blend. Silk provides shine and drape, merino adds elasticity and structure, and cashmere delivers softness and warmth. The 5-ply construction makes it more stable and durable than typical luxury yarns, while still maintaining a delicate, high-end feel.

✧ Fiber Profile
• Cashmere — softness, warmth, luxury feel
• Silk — sheen, smoothness, drape
• Extrafine merino wool — elasticity and structure

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Designed for single-strand knitting for lightweight garments
• Can be doubled for more structure and density
• Ideal for garments worn directly on the skin
• Works beautifully with both simple and textured stitches
• Suitable for knitting and crochet

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Creates smooth, even, high-definition stitches
• Adds subtle shine and elegant finish
• Produces lightweight fabric with beautiful drape
• Enhances cables and textured patterns
• Gives finished garments a refined, luxury look
• After washing, the fabric softens further and develops a more fluid, cohesive drape

This is a true “quiet luxury” yarn — understated, elegant, and timeless.

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Lightweight sweaters and tops
• Shawls and wraps
• Cowls and scarves
• Cardigans
• Fine, close-to-skin garments

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Sweater (M): 350–450 g (7–9 balls)
• Cardigan: 400–500 g (8–10 balls)
• Shawl: 200–300 g (4–6 balls)
• Cowl: 100–150 g (2–3 balls)
• Scarf: 150–250 g (3–5 balls)

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Super Soft merino — adds structure
• Mohair — enhances halo and softness
• Silk blends — intensifies sheen
• Cashmere lace — elevates luxury feel

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Knitting: 3.5–4.0 mm (US 5–6)
• Crochet: 3.5–4.5 mm

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for fine, lightweight woven fabrics
• Ideal as weft for smooth, elegant textiles
• Produces soft, fluid surfaces

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold (max 30°C / 86°F)
• Do not use fabric softener
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry