Silk Linen Yarn with Paillettes, G&G FILATI SILK-LINEN, Premium Italian Fingering Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 380m/100g

Experience the effortless elegance of Italian summer knitting with G&G FILATI SILK-LINEN + PAILLETTES. This beautiful Italian yarn combines 70% premium linen with 30% luxurious silk, creating the perfect balance of crisp stitch definition, graceful drape, natural luster, and exceptional breathability. Delicate 3 mm paillettes are seamlessly integrated into the strand, adding a refined shimmer that catches the light without overpowering the fabric.

The addition of silk transforms traditional linen into a noticeably smoother and more fluid yarn while preserving everything knitters love about linen—its cool touch, durability, moisture management, and beautiful structure. Like all premium linen yarns, it becomes softer, more relaxed, and even more beautiful with every wash.

With approximately 380 meters (416 yards) per 100g, this fingering-weight yarn is ideal for elegant summer sweaters, lightweight cardigans, tunics, dresses, airy tops, lace shawls, scarves, wraps, and sophisticated everyday garments. Knit it alone to enjoy its beautiful stitch definition and subtle sparkle, or combine it with Kid Mohair, Cashmere, Fine Merino, Cotton, Alpaca, or another silk yarn for additional softness, texture, and dimension.

Imported directly from Italy, this exceptional natural-fiber blend brings timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship to every project.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: G&G FILATI, Italy
• Article: SILK - LINEN + PAILLETTES
• Fiber Content: 70% Linen, 30% Silk with integrated 3 mm Paillettes
• Yarn Category: Fingering Weight
• Yarn Structure: Fine multi-ply linen-silk yarn with integrated paillettes
• Yarn Count: Nm 3800
• Yardage: Approximately 380m / 416yd per 100g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

Color 2424 — EMERALD MELANGE
A vibrant emerald green enriched by the natural melange effect created as linen and silk absorb dye differently. The result is a beautifully dimensional color with subtle tonal variation and exceptional depth. Matching 3 mm emerald-green paillettes blend seamlessly into the strand, adding an elegant shimmer that enhances the fabric without overpowering its natural beauty.

⌁ Texture & Feel
Beautiful Linen-Silk Balance
Linen provides structure, breathability, strength, and crisp stitch definition, while silk adds softness, graceful drape, and a natural luminous sheen.
Cool & Comfortable
This yarn feels naturally cool against the skin, making it an excellent choice for warm-weather garments and elegant year-round layering pieces.
Elegant Natural Drape
Silk softens the traditional crispness of linen, creating a fabric with beautiful movement while still maintaining structure and stitch definition.
Refined Paillette Shimmer
Delicate 2–3 mm paillettes are integrated directly into the yarn, producing a subtle shimmer that enhances your knitting with understated elegance rather than flashy sparkle.
Beautiful Melange Effect
Because linen and silk catch color and light differently, the yarn has a natural melange effect that adds depth, richness, and visual texture even to simple stitches.
Becomes Softer with Every Wash
Like all premium linen yarns, this blend continues to soften over time. Every wash and every wear improves the hand feel while preserving the yarn’s beautiful structure.

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
Silk and linen are a beautiful natural-fiber combination. Linen contributes strength, breathability, and durability, while silk adds softness, fluid drape, and natural shine. Together they create an elegant summer yarn that feels cool, refined, and comfortable to wear.
The integrated paillettes add a sophisticated sparkle without sacrificing comfort. The result is a fabric that can look casual, elegant, or evening-ready depending on the project.

★ Why Knitters Love SILK-LINEN + PAILLETTES
• Premium Italian linen and silk blend
• Elegant integrated 3 mm paillettes
• Beautiful balance of structure and drape
• Naturally breathable and moisture regulating
• Becomes softer and more pleasant with every wash
• Beautiful natural melange effect
• Paillettes are elegant and comfortable, not scratchy
• Perfect for hand knitting, machine knitting, crochet, and weaving
• Excellent stitch definition
• Beautiful knitted alone or paired with companion yarns
• Excellent choice for warm-weather garments
• Comfortable directly against the skin

➤ Yarn Usage & Profile
• Perfect on Its Own: At 380m per 100g, this fingering-weight yarn creates beautiful garments using a single strand with excellent stitch definition, elegant drape, and refined sparkle.
• Beautiful as a Companion Yarn: Pair it with Kid Mohair, Cashmere, Fine Merino, Cotton, Alpaca, Linen, or another silk yarn to introduce subtle shimmer while adding softness and texture.
• Ideal for Summer Knitting: Breathable natural fibers make this yarn perfect for warm-weather garments while remaining comfortable throughout changing seasons.
• Recommended Projects: Summer tops, see-through tops, tunics, lightweight sweaters, cardigans, dresses, tanks, lace shawls, scarves, wraps, elegant accessories, and machine knitting.
• Sold as hand-wound balls by default. Original cones are available upon request.

➤ My Knitting Experience
I knitted my swatch using US size 4 (3.5 mm) needles with a single strand, and I genuinely loved the result. The fabric has beautiful drape and immediately made me think of elegant summer tunics, lightweight tops, and delicate see-through garments.
Although this is a linen yarn, it was surprisingly pleasant to knit. The silk makes a noticeable difference, and the stitches form beautifully. After washing, the swatch remained nicely structured, just as quality linen should. As I handled it, it became softer and softer—a wonderful characteristic of premium linen.
The paillettes were another pleasant surprise. They don’t scratch at all and create a refined, elegant shimmer. The blend of silk and linen also gives the yarn a beautiful natural melange effect that adds depth and character to even simple stitches.
Highly recommended—this is one of the nicest silk-linen yarns I’ve had the pleasure of knitting.

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
• Kid Mohair & Silk – creates a soft halo around the elegant shimmer
• Cashmere – adds incredible softness and warmth
• Fine Merino – increases body while maintaining graceful drape
• Cotton – creates breathable everyday garments
• Pure Silk – enhances fluidity and natural sheen
• Fine Alpaca – adds softness while preserving elegant stitch definition

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Single Strand: 2.5–3.5 mm knitting needles
• Held Double: 3.75–5.0 mm knitting needles depending on the desired fabric
• Crochet Hooks: 2.5–4.0 mm
• Swatching is always recommended to achieve your preferred fabric, gauge, and drape.

⫯ Weaving Suitability
An exceptional weaving yarn that combines the strength of linen with the elegance of silk. Perfect as both warp and weft for lightweight scarves, shawls, table linens, and sophisticated apparel fabrics. The integrated paillettes add subtle sparkle while preserving the natural beauty of the woven cloth.

⟳ Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cool water (30°C / 86°F) using a mild detergent suitable for silk and delicate fibers. Do not wring or twist. Press excess moisture into a clean towel and lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight or heat. Do not tumble dry. Light steaming from a distance will help relax the fibers, enhance the drape, and reveal the yarn’s beautiful natural sheen.