{"product_id":"profilo-mongolia-cashmere-yak-lace-yarn","title":"Cashmere Yak Yarn, PROFILO MONGOLIA, Luxury Italian Lace Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 700m\/100g","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePROFILO MONGOLIA is a luxurious Italian \u003cstrong\u003e60% Cashmere \/ 40% Yak\u003c\/strong\u003e yarn combining exceptional softness with the natural warmth of Yak. The fine 2-ply construction creates a lightweight, refined fabric, while the Cashmere\/Yak blend develops a delicate soft halo after washing.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e700m\/100g (766y\/3.52oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e, MONGOLIA is exceptionally versatile. For hand knitting, I recommend starting with \u003cstrong\u003etwo strands on US 4 (3.5 mm) needles or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is also an excellent machine-knitting yarn and can be worked \u003cstrong\u003ein one strand\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on your machine and desired fabric. One strand can also be combined with a fine companion yarn to add elasticity, volume, or drape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚑ Product Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Manufacturer: PROFILO, Italy\u003cbr\u003e• Article: MONGOLIA\u003cbr\u003e• Fiber Content: 60% Cashmere, 40% Yak\u003cbr\u003e• Yarn Weight: Lace\u003cbr\u003e• Yarn Count: Nm 2\/14000\u003cbr\u003e• Yardage: 700 meters \/ 100g (766 yards \/ 3.52 oz)\u003cbr\u003e• Yarn Structure: Fine 2-ply yarn\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Made in Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ My First Impressions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eI knitted my sample \u003cstrong\u003ewith two strands on US 4 (3.5 mm) needles\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the yarn was very easy and pleasant to knit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter washing, the fabric changed beautifully. The stitches relaxed and became more even, the yarn opened up, and a delicate soft halo developed across the surface. The finished fabric feels soft, warm, and luxurious without being heavy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor hand knitting, \u003cstrong\u003etwo strands are my preferred starting point when MONGOLIA is used by itself\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because Yak is naturally very warm, there is no need to create an excessively thick fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ Texture \u0026amp; Feel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Soft and refined Cashmere\/Yak hand\u003cbr\u003e• Lightweight but remarkably warm\u003cbr\u003e• Fine, smooth 2-ply construction\u003cbr\u003e• Easy and pleasant to knit\u003cbr\u003e• Opens and relaxes beautifully after washing\u003cbr\u003e• Develops a delicate soft halo\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent for simple, elegant knitwear where the fiber itself becomes the feature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Hand Knitting — Strands \u0026amp; Needles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003e1 strand — 700m\/100g, Lace\u003c\/strong\u003e — for very lightweight knitting or combining with a fine companion yarn\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003e2 strands — 350m\/100g, Sport — US 4 (3.5 mm) or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e — personally tested and my recommended starting point\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003e3 strands — 233m\/100g, DK — US 5–7 (3.75–4.5 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — for a fuller, warmer fabric\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003e4 strands — 175m\/100g, Aran — US 7–9 (4.5–5.5 mm)\u003c\/strong\u003e — for a substantially heavier fabric\u003cbr\u003e• Always wash your swatch before choosing the final gauge because MONGOLIA relaxes and develops a soft halo after washing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Machine Knitting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMONGOLIA is an \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent choice for machine knitting\u003c\/strong\u003e. At Nm 2\/14000 and 700m\/100g, it can be knitted \u003cstrong\u003ein one strand\u003c\/strong\u003e for fine, lightweight Cashmere\/Yak fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is especially suitable for machine-knit sweaters, cardigans, turtlenecks, tops, and fine layering pieces. Exact settings will depend on your knitting machine, gauge, tension, and desired fabric, so always knit and wash a test sample first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⋔ Recommended Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Sweaters, pullovers, and turtlenecks\u003cbr\u003e• Cardigans and lightweight layering pieces\u003cbr\u003e• Vests\u003cbr\u003e• Men's and women's classic knitwear\u003cbr\u003e• Scarves, cowls, shawls, and wraps\u003cbr\u003e• Hats, gloves, and fine winter accessories\u003cbr\u003e• Machine-knit garments\u003cbr\u003e• Stockinette, ribbing, and understated textures\u003cbr\u003e• One strand with a fine companion yarn for a customized fabric\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Approximate Yarn Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Lightweight sweater: 250–350g \/ 8.8–12.3oz\u003cbr\u003e• Cardigan: 300–450g \/ 10.6–15.9oz\u003cbr\u003e• Vest: 150–250g \/ 5.3–8.8oz\u003cbr\u003e• Shawl or wrap: 100–200g \/ 3.5–7.1oz\u003cbr\u003e• Scarf: 100–150g \/ 3.5–5.3oz\u003cbr\u003e• Hat or small accessories: 50–100g \/ 1.8–3.5oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual requirements depend on size, gauge, strand count, construction, and whether MONGOLIA is used alone or with a companion yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Complete the Project — Recommended From iDOKNiT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMONGOLIA is beautiful on its own. A companion yarn is useful when you want to \u003cstrong\u003echange the fabric for a specific purpose\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than simply add another luxury fiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/products\/zegna-baruffa-cashwool-extrafine-merino-lace-yarn?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"Zegna Baruffa CASHWOOL Extrafine Merino Yarn at iDOKNiT\"\u003eCASHWOOL by Zegna Baruffa — 100% Extrafine Merino\u003c\/a\u003e — adds elasticity, recovery, and stitch definition while keeping the fabric fine and soft. A practical choice for sweaters and fitted garments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/products\/prestige-100-percent-cashmere-lace-yarn-1300m?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"PRESTIGE 100% Cashmere Yarn 1300m\/100g at iDOKNiT\"\u003ePRESTIGE — 100% Cashmere\u003c\/a\u003e — fine 1300m\/100g Cashmere that can add softness and volume while keeping the overall project cost more reasonable than using another premium European Cashmere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/products\/elegance-100-percent-cashmere-lace-yarn-1800m?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"ELEGANCE 100% Cashmere Yarn 1800m\/100g at iDOKNiT\"\u003eELEGANCE — 100% Cashmere\u003c\/a\u003e — extra-fine 1800m\/100g Cashmere for adding softness and a little more halo with less additional thickness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• \u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/products\/silk-yarn-zegna-baruffa-dragon?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"Zegna Baruffa DRAGON 100% Pure Silk Yarn at iDOKNiT\"\u003eDRAGON by Zegna Baruffa — 100% Silk\u003c\/a\u003e — ultra-fine Silk for adding drape, smoothness, and subtle luminosity without significantly increasing the weight of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComplete Choice — Needles\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eUS 4 (3.5 mm) or larger\u003c\/strong\u003e — my personally tested starting recommendation when knitting MONGOLIA with two strands\u003cbr\u003e• When adding a companion yarn, select the needle according to the combined yarn thickness and desired fabric\u003cbr\u003e• \u003ca class=\"decorated-link\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/collections\/knitting-needles?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" title=\"Shop ChiaoGoo Knitting Needles at iDOKNiT\"\u003eShop ChiaoGoo Knitting Needles at iDOKNiT\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⫯ Weaving Suitability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for lightweight luxury woven fabrics\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent for scarves, wraps, and apparel\u003cbr\u003e• Cashmere\/Yak provides substantial warmth without requiring a heavy cloth\u003cbr\u003e• For warp use, sample first to evaluate abrasion and tension\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⟳ Care Instructions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Hand wash gently in cool water with detergent suitable for Cashmere and fine animal fibers\u003cbr\u003e• Do not rub, wring, or aggressively agitate\u003cbr\u003e• Gently press excess water out with a towel\u003cbr\u003e• Reshape and lay flat to dry\u003cbr\u003e• Always wash and dry a swatch before final gauge and sizing decisions\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PROFILO SNC, ITALY","offers":[{"title":"490 TAUPE MELANGE \/ 100 grams BALL","offer_id":51303200063799,"sku":"00490-MONGOLIA-TAUPE-PROFL-WPWY","price":35.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"490 TAUPE MELANGE \/ 50 grams BALL","offer_id":51303200096567,"sku":"00490-MONGOLIA-TAUPE-PROFL-WPWY","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/9054\/5207\/files\/COVER_PAGES_AS_MAY_2026_8.png?v=1789079537","url":"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/products\/profilo-mongolia-cashmere-yak-lace-yarn","provider":"iDOKNiT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}