RARE Japanese Silk Yarn, Hasegawa PREMIER, Luxury Matte Silk Lace Yarn, CONES ONLY, 2800m/100g

PREMIER by Hasegawa is an exceptionally rare Japanese luxury silk yarn with a refined matte finish, organic textured spun-silk character, and sophisticated dry silk hand completely different from traditional glossy silk yarns. With approximately 2800 meters per 100 g, this ultra-fine couture silk is ideal for weaving, luxury knitting, machine knitting, companion yarn projects, layered textiles, and modern artisan fashion fabrics.

This is not shiny commercial silk. PREMIER belongs to the world of quiet luxury textiles — understated elegance, airy texture, natural irregularity, and sophisticated Japanese textile aesthetics. The yarn appears to belong to the textured spun silk family and has characteristics reminiscent of silk noil or fine tussah-style spun silk: matte, lightly uneven, breathable, organic, and incredibly elegant.

The beautiful MOCHA color enhances the natural silk texture perfectly, creating a warm earthy luxury tone strongly associated with Japanese artisan textiles, couture layering fabrics, slow fashion, and understated designer knitwear.

Hasegawa is internationally respected for producing highly specialized Japanese yarns for couture knitting, weaving, luxury machine knitting, and advanced textile development. Their yarns are especially valued by textile artists, designers, and fiber professionals seeking unusual luxury fibers and sophisticated textile character.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Hasegawa Co., Ltd., Japan
• Article: PREMIER
• Fiber Content: 100% Silk
• Yarn Category: Lace Weight Yarn
• Yarn Count: 1/28
• Yardage: approx. 2800 m / 3060 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)
• Format: CONES ONLY
• Origin: Made in Japan
• Color: MOCHA
• Structure: Ultra-fine textured spun silk with natural uneven character and matte finish

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Elegant matte silk appearance
• Soft dry silk touch
• Delicate organic irregularity
• Airy breathable structure
• Refined artisan texture
• Sophisticated understated luxury feel
• Completely different from glossy filament silk

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
PREMIER creates a type of luxury fabric rarely seen in modern commercial yarns. Instead of glossy shine, this silk focuses on texture, depth, movement, and quiet sophistication.

The yarn combines:
• refined matte silk appearance
• organic spun-silk texture
• lightweight breathable structure
• elegant drape
• subtle natural irregularity
• sophisticated Japanese textile aesthetics

This type of silk is especially valued in:
• Japanese textile design
• couture layering fabrics
• artisan weaving
• luxury machine knitting
• slow fashion
• modern luxury knitwear

Unlike smooth filament silk, PREMIER creates a more artistic and contemporary luxury appearance. The matte texture absorbs light beautifully and gives fabrics natural depth, softness, and understated elegance.

The ultra-fine 1/28 construction makes the yarn incredibly versatile because it can be:
• carried together with other yarns
• held in multiple strands
• woven
• machine knitted
• used in couture textile development

PREMIER is especially beautiful combined with:
• brushed alpaca
• cashmere
• silk mohair
• merino wool
• linen yarns
• bouclé textures
• tweed yarns
• cotton yarns

The matte silk texture underneath fluffy or textured fibers creates especially sophisticated luxury fabrics with depth and movement.

✧ Fiber Profile
PREMIER appears to belong to the textured spun silk family and shares characteristics with silk noil and fine tussah-style spun silk yarns.

Unlike classic glossy filament mulberry silk, this yarn offers:
• matte elegance instead of shine
• natural silk irregularity
• refined artisan texture
• soft organic appearance
• sophisticated modern textile character
• beautiful depth in fabric

The result is a luxury silk yarn with quiet elegance and exceptional versatility for advanced knitters, weavers, and textile artists.

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
This is an extremely fine lace yarn and is generally not intended for comfortable single-strand hand knitting.

Most knitters and textile artists will use:
• multiple strands together
• companion-yarn construction
• weaving
• machine knitting
• couture textile applications

PREMIER works exceptionally well as a luxury companion yarn because it adds:
• elegant matte silk texture
• sophisticated depth
• airy softness
• refined drape
• subtle luxury without excessive shine

This yarn is especially attractive for makers inspired by Japanese textiles, artisan fabrics, quiet luxury aesthetics, couture layering garments, and sophisticated modern knitwear.

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Adds subtle luxury texture
• Creates elegant matte silk finish
• Produces refined drape and movement
• Adds airy softness and depth
• Creates sophisticated textile character
• Enhances companion yarns beautifully
• Creates understated couture appearance

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Luxury sweaters and cardigans
• Couture knitting
• Lace shawls and wraps
• Artistic crochet
• Luxury machine knitting
• Chanel-style fabrics
• Companion yarn projects
• Weaving and textile art
• Lightweight layering garments
• Luxury scarves and accessories

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Shawl or scarf: approx. 100–250 g
• Sweater carried with another yarn: approx. 150–350 g
• Weaving projects: depends on sett and structure
• Multi-strand garments: depends on strand count and gauge

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
PREMIER pairs beautifully with:
• brushed alpaca
• cashmere
• silk mohair
• merino wool
• linen yarns
• tweed yarns
• bouclé yarns
• fluffy halo yarns
• fine cotton yarns

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
Depends entirely on:
• strand count
• project type
• whether used alone or as companion yarn

This yarn is most commonly used:
• multi-stranded
• for weaving
• for machine knitting
• as a luxury companion yarn

Swatching is highly recommended to evaluate drape and final fabric behavior.

⫯ Weaving Suitability
Excellent for weaving.

The ultra-fine textured silk creates lightweight woven fabrics with elegant drape, movement, organic texture, and sophisticated matte luxury appearance.

Especially suitable for:
• scarves
• shawls
• couture fabrics
• artistic weaving
• layered textiles
• lightweight silk apparel fabrics

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cool water
• Use silk or wool detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry
• Store away from direct sunlight
• Gentle handling recommended due to delicate luxury silk structure