{"product_id":"profilo-paillettes-cashmere-sequin-fingering-yarn","title":"Cashmere Paillettes Yarn, PROFILO PAILLETTES, Luxury Italian Lace Weight Sequin Yarn, Balls or Cones, 450m\/100g","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"yWcLfW_streamingContainer markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDiscover \u003cstrong\u003ePAILLETTES by PROFILO\u003c\/strong\u003e, a rare \u003cstrong\u003eItalian Cashmere Paillettes yarn\u003c\/strong\u003e made from \u003cstrong\u003e98% Cashmere and 2% delicate sequins\u003c\/strong\u003e. Exceptionally soft and lightweight, this luxury Fingering-weight yarn combines the natural warmth and beautiful bloom of premium Cashmere with sophisticated points of light for an elegant alternative to heavily embellished sequin yarns.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e450m\/100g (492y\/3.52oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e, PAILLETTES can be hand knitted in a single strand or combined with another fine yarn. Tiny paillettes appear at regular intervals of about \u003cstrong\u003e10–12 inches (25–30 cm)\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating subtle shimmer as the fabric moves while allowing the Cashmere texture to remain the focus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional choice for \u003cstrong\u003eBrunello Cucinelli-style cashmere sweaters and cardigans\u003c\/strong\u003e, PAILLETTES is especially beautiful in relaxed silhouettes, minimalist knitwear, simple stockinette, scarves, shawls, and sophisticated accessories. Its combination of nearly pure Cashmere and understated sparkle creates the refined, effortless character associated with luxury Italian knitwear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⚑ Product Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Manufacturer: PROFILO, Italy\u003cbr\u003e• Article: PAILLETTES\u003cbr\u003e• Fiber Content: 98% Cashmere, 2% Paillettes\u003cbr\u003e• Yarn Weight: Fingering\u003cbr\u003e• Yarn Count: Nm 4500\u003cbr\u003e• Yardage: 450 meters \/ 100g (492 yards \/ 3.52 oz)\u003cbr\u003e• Yarn Structure: Cashmere Yarn with Delicate Paillettes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Origin: Made in Italy\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ My First Impressions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat immediately makes this yarn special is the balance between \u003cstrong\u003ealmost pure Cashmere and delicate sparkle\u003c\/strong\u003e. The paillettes do not dominate the yarn—they appear as tiny individual flashes of light against the Cashmere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yarn itself feels exceptionally soft and lightweight, and the paillettes are small enough that the overall impression remains refined and luxurious rather than heavily embellished. I especially like that this is substantial enough to use as the main yarn for an entire garment, while it can also be held together with another yarn when only a touch of sparkle is desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✦ Texture \u0026amp; Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExceptionally soft, lightweight, and luxurious with the characteristic delicate halo of fine Cashmere. The tiny paillettes are distributed throughout the strand, creating subtle points of reflected light without turning the fabric into a heavily sequined surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter washing, the Cashmere should relax and bloom around the strand, creating an even softer surface and allowing the paillettes to appear almost suspended within the Cashmere halo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis combination is particularly beautiful in simple fabrics where both elements—the softness of Cashmere and the scattered sparkle—can be appreciated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Strand Weight Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1 strand — Fingering — 450m\/100g (492y\/3.52oz)\u003cbr\u003e• 2 strands — DK — 225m\/100g (246y\/3.52oz)\u003cbr\u003e• 3 strands — Chunky — 150m\/100g (164y\/3.52oz)\u003cbr\u003e• 4 strands — Chunky — 113m\/100g (123y\/3.52oz)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause the paillettes add visual dimension and the Cashmere will bloom after washing, always knit and wash a swatch before selecting your final strand count and gauge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Recommended Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for luxurious sweaters, cardigans, tops, elegant evening knitwear, shawls, wraps, scarves, cowls, hats, special-occasion garments, sophisticated layering pieces, and statement accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is also beautiful for selective details such as cuffs, collars, borders, stripes, yokes, or decorative panels when you want to introduce sparkle without using it throughout the entire garment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAILLETTES can be used alone or held together with another yarn to add both \u003cstrong\u003eCashmere softness and delicate sparkle\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e✧ Tips \u0026amp; Recommendations:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003e450m\/100g (492y\/3.52oz)\u003c\/strong\u003e, one strand already falls within Fingering Weight, so this yarn does not require multiple strands for hand knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse one strand for lightweight, elegant garments where you want the Cashmere and paillettes to remain delicate and refined. Two strands create a much fuller DK-weight fabric with more visible sparkle and additional warmth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePAILLETTES can also be carried together with a plain Merino, Cashmere, Silk, Mohair, Linen, or Cotton yarn. This is an excellent way to introduce scattered paillettes throughout a garment while allowing another yarn to determine the primary structure and character of the fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimple stockinette is an excellent choice because the uncomplicated surface allows the paillettes to catch the light naturally. Ribbing, garter stitch, understated textures, and simple openwork can also work beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways knit and wash a swatch before beginning your project. Cashmere changes noticeably after washing, and the finished fabric should be evaluated only after the fibers have had an opportunity to relax and bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Recommended Needles\/Hooks:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1 strand: US 2–5 (2.75–3.75 mm)\u003cbr\u003e• 2 strands: US 5–7 (3.75–4.5 mm)\u003cbr\u003e• Crochet: Select hook size according to desired fabric density and drape\u003cbr\u003e• For a lighter, more open fabric, use a larger needle within or above the suggested range\u003cbr\u003e• Always knit or crochet and wash a swatch before beginning your project\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Multi-Strand Gauge \u0026amp; Needles Guide\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• 1 strand — Fingering Weight — 450m\/100g (492y\/3.52oz) — US 2–5 (2.75–3.75 mm)\u003cbr\u003e• 2 strands — DK Weight — 225m\/100g (246y\/3.52oz) — US 5–7 (3.75–4.5 mm)\u003cbr\u003e• 3 strands — Chunky Weight — 150m\/100g (164y\/3.52oz) — US 8–10 (5.0–6.0 mm)\u003cbr\u003e• 4 strands — Chunky Weight — 113m\/100g (123y\/3.52oz) — US 10.5–11 (6.5–8.0 mm)\u003cbr\u003e• Always knit\/crochet and wet-block a test swatch to verify final gauge, Cashmere bloom, and paillette placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Weaving Suitability:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePAILLETTES can create beautiful luxury woven fabrics, particularly when used as a decorative weft. The fine Cashmere provides exceptional softness while the small paillettes introduce subtle points of light across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is particularly attractive for scarves, shawls, wraps, accent stripes, decorative panels, and couture-inspired textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor warp applications, I recommend sampling first because both the high Cashmere content and incorporated paillettes require more careful tension and handling than a conventional tightly spun yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Lightweight Sweater (M): 300–400g \/ 10.6–14.1 oz\u003cbr\u003e• Cardigan: 350–500g \/ 12.3–17.6 oz\u003cbr\u003e• Short-Sleeve Top: 200–300g \/ 7.1–10.6 oz\u003cbr\u003e• Shawl or Wrap: 150–250g \/ 5.3–8.8 oz\u003cbr\u003e• Scarf: 120–200g \/ 4.2–7.1 oz\u003cbr\u003e• Hat: 70–100g \/ 2.5–3.5 oz\u003cbr\u003e• Small Accent or Trim: 50–100g \/ 1.8–3.5 oz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual yarn requirements will vary depending on garment size, stitch pattern, gauge, strand count, needle size, and desired fabric density.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePAILLETTES is particularly versatile as a companion yarn because it adds \u003cstrong\u003etwo elements at once—Cashmere softness and delicate sparkle\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can completely transform a simple base yarn without covering its natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNatural Fibers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Merino Wool – Adds elasticity and structure while the PAILLETTES contributes softness and sparkle\u003cbr\u003e• Cashmere – Creates exceptionally luxurious, soft winter fabrics\u003cbr\u003e• Silk – Enhances drape and luminosity\u003cbr\u003e• Kid Mohair – Creates an airy halo with tiny flashes of light appearing through the fibers\u003cbr\u003e• Linen – Creates a beautiful contrast between crisp natural texture and luxurious Cashmere\u003cbr\u003e• Cotton – Adds structure and breathability for lighter transitional garments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Pairings Available at iDOKNiT\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eCASHWOOL by Zegna Baruffa\u003c\/strong\u003e – A refined Extrafine Merino base that adds elasticity and clean structure while allowing the Cashmere and paillettes to remain visible\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eHARMONY by Tollegno 1900 \/ Lana Gatto\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds exceptionally smooth Extrafine Merino structure and creates a beautifully balanced luxury fabric\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eCRISTALLO by Filati Power\u003c\/strong\u003e – Combines Extrafine Merino, Silk, and Cashmere with PAILLETTES for an exceptionally rich multi-fiber luxury blend\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eMICIO by NEW MILL\u003c\/strong\u003e – Adds a soft brushed Cashmere\/Silk halo around the scattered paillettes for a sophisticated textured effect\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eAURA SOFT by BIAGIOLI MODESTO\u003c\/strong\u003e – Creates an exceptionally soft Cashmere\/Silk combination with additional fluffy texture and delicate sparkle\u003cbr\u003e• \u003cstrong\u003eDAFNE by FILATURA DI TRIVERO\u003c\/strong\u003e – Combines two exceptional Cashmere\/Silk-rich yarns for lightweight, sophisticated luxury knitwear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMy Recommendation:\u003c\/strong\u003e PAILLETTES is especially interesting because you are not buying a basic carrier yarn simply to obtain sequins—\u003cstrong\u003e98% of the yarn is Cashmere\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can stand completely on its own as a luxury yarn, with the paillettes acting only as a sophisticated accent. For an elegant sweater or cardigan, even simple stockinette can be enough: the Cashmere provides the beautiful surface and softness, while the tiny sequins create movement and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e⟳ Care Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Hand wash gently in cool water using a Cashmere\/wool-safe detergent\u003cbr\u003e• Do not wring, twist, scrub, or rub\u003cbr\u003e• Handle gently to protect the incorporated paillettes\u003cbr\u003e• Gently press excess water out with a towel\u003cbr\u003e• Reshape while damp\u003cbr\u003e• Lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight\u003cbr\u003e• Do not hang the wet garment\u003cbr\u003e• Always wash a swatch first to evaluate the final gauge, Cashmere bloom, softness, and appearance of the paillettes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"PROFILO SNC, ITALY","offers":[{"title":"2568 CORNFLOWER BLUE \/ 100 grams BALL","offer_id":52884983021879,"sku":"2568-PAILLETTES-BLUE","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2568 CORNFLOWER BLUE \/ 50 grams BALL","offer_id":52884983054647,"sku":"2568-PAILLETTES-BLUE","price":23.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2569 IVORY \/ 100 grams BALL","offer_id":52885116649783,"sku":"2569-PAILLETTES-IVORY","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2569 IVORY \/ 50 grams BALL","offer_id":52885116682551,"sku":"2569-PAILLETTES-IVORY","price":23.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2570 STEEL GRAY \/ 100 grams BALL","offer_id":52885116715319,"sku":"2570-PAILLETTES-GREY","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2570 STEEL GRAY \/ 50 grams BALL","offer_id":52885116748087,"sku":"2570-PAILLETTES-GREY","price":23.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2571 SMOKY PUMPKIN \/ 100 grams BALL","offer_id":52885116780855,"sku":"2571-PAILLETTES-PUMPKIN","price":44.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"2571 SMOKY PUMPKIN \/ 50 grams BALL","offer_id":52885116813623,"sku":"2571-PAILLETTES-PUMPKIN","price":23.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/9054\/5207\/files\/COVERPAGESASMAY2026_97.jpg?v=1787462643","url":"https:\/\/idoknit.com\/products\/profilo-paillettes-cashmere-sequin-fingering-yarn","provider":"iDOKNiT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}