{"product_id":"prestige-100-percent-cashmere-lace-yarn-1300m","title":"Cashmere Yarn, PRESTIGE 100% Cashmere, Luxury Lace Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 1300m\/100g","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"138\" data-end=\"511\"\u003ePRESTIGE is a high-quality 100% cashmere lace yarn created specifically for European luxury fashion houses and sourced through the Italian yarn stock market from established Italian suppliers. With approximately 1300 meters per 100 g, this extra-fine cashmere offers the rare opportunity to work with true fashion-industry quality cashmere at an unusually accessible price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"868\"\u003eYes — this yarn is manufactured in China, which is one of the world’s primary sources of premium cashmere fiber. Most luxury cashmere used by Italian mills and European fashion houses originates from goats raised in China and Mongolia. The final quality depends not only on the origin of the fiber, but also on fiber selection, sorting, spinning technology, processing, and finishing standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"870\" data-end=\"1319\"\u003eWhat impressed me personally about this yarn was the actual knitting experience. I knitted a sample using US size 4 needles, and the yarn was surprisingly easy and pleasant to work with. After the very first wash, the fabric opened beautifully, developed a soft elegant halo, and even the small uneven areas and tiny knots relaxed into a much more refined and cohesive fabric. The final result feels soft, lightweight, elevated, and truly luxurious.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1321\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003eThis is exactly the type of yarn that makes you understand why luxury fashion houses continue sourcing premium cashmere from this region of the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1501\"\u003e▣ Product Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003e• Manufacturer: Prestige Fashion Stock (China \/ Italy)\u003cbr data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1561\"\u003e• Article: PRESTIGE\u003cbr data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e• Fiber Content: 100% Cashmere\u003cbr data-start=\"1613\" data-end=\"1616\"\u003e• Yarn Category: Lace \/ Extra-Fine\u003cbr data-start=\"1650\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e• Yarn Count: Nm 2\/26\u003cbr data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1677\"\u003e• Construction: 2-ply thread\u003cbr data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e• Yardage: approx. 1300 m \/ 1421 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)\u003cbr data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"1766\"\u003e• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)\u003cbr data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e• Origin: Made in China\u003cbr data-start=\"1848\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003e• Sourcing: Purchased from the Italian yarn stock market via established Italian suppliers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"2216\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1945\" data-end=\"1965\"\u003e⌁ Texture \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e• Soft and lightweight cashmere\u003cbr data-start=\"1999\" data-end=\"2002\"\u003e• Beautiful bloom and halo after washing\u003cbr data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2045\"\u003e• Refined luxury feel without heaviness\u003cbr data-start=\"2084\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003e• Smooth but not overly slippery\u003cbr data-start=\"2119\" data-end=\"2122\"\u003e• Comfortable directly against skin\u003cbr data-start=\"2157\" data-end=\"2160\"\u003e• Fabric becomes noticeably softer after wet finishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2248\"\u003e⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2251\"\u003eThis yarn was manufactured specifically for European luxury fashion production under private-label\/OEM contracts — a common practice in the Italian fashion industry. Mills producing these yarns are often contractually prohibited from selling directly under their own names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eWhat makes PRESTIGE especially attractive:\u003cbr\u003e• true fashion-house quality cashmere\u003cbr data-start=\"2606\" data-end=\"2609\"\u003e• accessible pricing compared to branded Italian cashmere\u003cbr data-start=\"2666\" data-end=\"2669\"\u003e• excellent bloom after washing\u003cbr data-start=\"2700\" data-end=\"2703\"\u003e• versatile extra-fine meterage\u003cbr data-start=\"2734\" data-end=\"2737\"\u003e• beautiful halo and softness development\u003cbr data-start=\"2778\" data-end=\"2781\"\u003e• ideal for custom strand combinations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"2963\"\u003eThis yarn performs much closer to luxury Italian cashmere than many knitters expect from “Chinese cashmere,” especially after wet finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2965\" data-end=\"3183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2965\" data-end=\"2984\"\u003e✧ Fiber Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2984\" data-end=\"2987\"\u003e• 100% Cashmere\u003cbr data-start=\"3002\" data-end=\"3005\"\u003e• Lightweight and breathable\u003cbr data-start=\"3033\" data-end=\"3036\"\u003e• Naturally warm without heaviness\u003cbr data-start=\"3070\" data-end=\"3073\"\u003e• Softens and blooms after washing\u003cbr data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3110\"\u003e• Creates elegant drape and halo\u003cbr data-start=\"3142\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003e• Excellent insulation with low bulk\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3185\" data-end=\"3369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3185\" data-end=\"3213\"\u003e➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3213\" data-end=\"3216\"\u003eSingle strand is NOT recommended. This is an extra-fine lace yarn and should be worked in multiple strands for comfortable fabric density and durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3371\" data-end=\"3477\"\u003eBest used:\u003cbr\u003e• 2–6 strands together\u003cbr data-start=\"3404\" data-end=\"3407\"\u003e• Hand knitting\u003cbr data-start=\"3422\" data-end=\"3425\"\u003e• Machine knitting\u003cbr data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003e• Luxury blending\u003cbr data-start=\"3463\" data-end=\"3466\"\u003e• Weaving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3479\" data-end=\"3511\"\u003e➤ Recommended Strand Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3511\" data-end=\"3514\"\u003e• 2 strands: very fine lace fabric\u003cbr data-start=\"3548\" data-end=\"3551\"\u003e• 3 strands: lightweight elegant fabric\u003cbr data-start=\"3590\" data-end=\"3593\"\u003e• 4 strands: light fingering feel\u003cbr data-start=\"3626\" data-end=\"3629\"\u003e• 5–6 strands: sport to light DK feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3670\" data-end=\"3704\"\u003eSwatching is strongly recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3706\" data-end=\"3982\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3706\" data-end=\"3747\"\u003e➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3747\" data-end=\"3750\"\u003e• Creates lightweight luxury fabric\u003cbr data-start=\"3785\" data-end=\"3788\"\u003e• Develops beautiful halo after washing\u003cbr data-start=\"3827\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003e• Produces elegant drape\u003cbr data-start=\"3854\" data-end=\"3857\"\u003e• Adds softness without heaviness\u003cbr data-start=\"3890\" data-end=\"3893\"\u003e• Allows customizable fabric density\u003cbr data-start=\"3929\" data-end=\"3932\"\u003e• Creates elevated professional-looking garments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3984\" data-end=\"4207\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3984\" data-end=\"4023\"\u003e⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage (Projects)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4023\" data-end=\"4026\"\u003e• Sweaters and cardigans\u003cbr data-start=\"4050\" data-end=\"4053\"\u003e• Vests and layering garments\u003cbr data-start=\"4082\" data-end=\"4085\"\u003e• Scarves, shawls, and wraps\u003cbr data-start=\"4113\" data-end=\"4116\"\u003e• Lightweight luxury accessories\u003cbr data-start=\"4148\" data-end=\"4151\"\u003e• Fashion knitwear\u003cbr data-start=\"4169\" data-end=\"4172\"\u003e• Soft baby garments and blankets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4209\" data-end=\"4362\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4209\" data-end=\"4237\"\u003e➤ Approximate Yarn Usage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4237\" data-end=\"4240\"\u003e• Sweater: ~250–450 g depending on strand count\u003cbr data-start=\"4287\" data-end=\"4290\"\u003e• Shawl: ~100–200 g\u003cbr data-start=\"4309\" data-end=\"4312\"\u003e• Scarf: ~100–150 g\u003cbr data-start=\"4331\" data-end=\"4334\"\u003e• Baby blanket: ~300–500 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4364\" data-end=\"4572\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4364\" data-end=\"4403\"\u003e➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4403\" data-end=\"4406\"\u003e• Silk — adds drape and elegance\u003cbr data-start=\"4438\" data-end=\"4441\"\u003e• Merino — improves elasticity\u003cbr data-start=\"4471\" data-end=\"4474\"\u003e• Mohair — increases halo and softness\u003cbr data-start=\"4512\" data-end=\"4515\"\u003e• Linen — adds structure\u003cbr data-start=\"4539\" data-end=\"4542\"\u003e• Cotton — stabilizes fabric\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4574\" data-end=\"4734\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4574\" data-end=\"4607\"\u003e✦ Recommended Needles \/ Hooks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4607\" data-end=\"4610\"\u003e• 3–4 strands: approx. 3.0–4.0 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4643\" data-end=\"4646\"\u003e• 5–6 strands: approx. 4.0–5.0 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"4679\" data-end=\"4682\"\u003e• Adjust 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