GTI - Südwolle Group, Italy
Merino Silk Yarn, SÜDWOLLE GROUP KATHERINE, Luxury Italian Cobweb Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 2400m/100g
Merino Silk Yarn, SÜDWOLLE GROUP KATHERINE, Luxury Italian Cobweb Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 2400m/100g
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► By default, yarn is wound into BALLS. Cones are available separately.
Minimum 50 g of yarn per cone
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Discover the luxurious softness of KATHERINE by SÜDWOLLE GROUP, Italy, a beautifully balanced blend of 75% Extrafine Merino Wool and 25% Silk that combines exceptional softness, elegant drape, and timeless versatility. This premium Italian yarn offers the warmth, elasticity, and comfort of fine Merino together with the refined beauty and natural luster of Silk, creating a luxurious yarn that is equally stunning knitted on its own or combined with other fibers to produce unique designer fabrics.
Originally produced for the luxury knitting industry, this exceptionally fine Italian yarn delivers remarkable softness, outstanding quality, and endless creative possibilities. Whether you're creating elegant sweaters, lightweight cardigans, luxurious shawls, sophisticated accessories, or using it as a companion yarn, KATHERINE offers the perfect balance between everyday practicality and true Italian luxury.
⚑ Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: GTI - SÜDWOLLE GROUP, Italy
• Article: KATHERINE
• Fiber Content: 75% Extrafine Merino Wool, 25% Silk
• Yarn Weight: Cobweb / Ultra Lace
• Yarn Count: Nm 2/48
• Yardage: Approximately 2400 meters / 100g (2624 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Yardage (50g): Approximately 1200 meters / 50g (1312 yards / 1.76 oz)
• Construction: Smooth two-ply Extrafine Merino and Silk yarn with beautiful stitch definition, elegant drape, and exceptional softness
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy
➤ My First Impressions
Although I haven't knitted a swatch from this particular yarn yet, I was impressed the moment I picked up the cone. Even before knitting, the yarn feels incredibly soft, smooth, and luxurious in the hands. The combination of high-quality Extrafine Merino and Silk immediately gives the impression of a premium yarn designed for exceptional knitwear.
The first thing that caught my attention was the perfect balance between softness and elegance. The generous silk content gives the yarn a refined silky touch and beautiful natural luster, while the high percentage of Extrafine Merino keeps it wonderfully soft, elastic, and comfortable.
Because this is an exceptionally fine yarn, I would personally recommend beginning with approximately six strands for hand knitting and adjusting the number of strands according to the fabric you would like to achieve. This gives you complete control over the thickness of your project while preserving the beautiful qualities of this luxurious blend.
One of the greatest advantages of KATHERINE is its versatility. It is beautiful enough to knit entirely on its own, but it also makes an outstanding companion yarn that enhances almost any other fiber by adding softness, elasticity, and an elegant silky touch.
Based on the premium fiber composition, I would expect this yarn to produce the beautiful drape, refined stitch definition, and luxurious hand associated with high-quality Extrafine Merino blended with Silk.
✦ Texture & Feel:
Exceptionally soft and smooth with the luxurious hand of Extrafine Merino enhanced by the refined elegance of Silk. The yarn has a subtle natural luster without excessive shine, creating fabrics that feel sophisticated, comfortable, and timeless.
The high percentage of Merino provides elasticity, resilience, and softness, while the Silk contributes graceful drape, elegant stitch definition, and a luxurious finish that elevates every project.
If you appreciate understated luxury rather than novelty textures, KATHERINE is unforgettable. It produces elegant fabrics that are lightweight, refined, breathable, and exceptionally comfortable to wear.
➤ Recommended Uses:
Perfect for elegant sweaters, lightweight cardigans, luxurious shawls, scarves, wraps, sophisticated lace garments, baby garments, heirloom knitting, premium weaving, contemporary knitwear, and luxury companion-yarn projects.
✧ Tips & Recommendations:
One of the greatest advantages of KATHERINE is its incredible versatility. Because of its exceptionally fine meterage, you can completely customize your fabric simply by adjusting the number of strands.
For hand knitting, I recommend beginning with approximately six strands and adjusting the strand count according to the desired thickness, drape, and fabric density.
Simple stitch patterns beautifully showcase the yarn's natural softness, refined luster, and elegant stitch definition. It also pairs exceptionally well with many other luxury fibers, allowing you to create completely unique designer fabrics.
Always knit and wash a swatch before beginning your project to determine the ideal strand count, gauge, and finished fabric.
➤ Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Hand knitting: Start with approximately six strands
• Adjust the number of strands according to your desired fabric
• Crochet: Adjust strand count and hook size according to your project
• Outstanding companion yarn for blending with other luxury fibers
• Excellent for weaving
• Always make a washed swatch before beginning your project.
➤ Weaving Suitability:
Excellent for weaving. The combination of Extrafine Merino and Silk creates woven fabrics with remarkable softness, graceful drape, refined luster, and outstanding comfort. It is an exceptional choice for luxury scarves, shawls, lightweight garments, and elegant woven textiles where softness and fluid movement are desired.
⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage:
Approximate requirements when knitted with approximately six strands:
• Sleeveless Top: 180–250g
• Short-Sleeve Top: 220–300g
• Sweater (M): 300–450g
• Lightweight Cardigan: 350–500g
• Shawl or Wrap: 120–200g
• Scarf: 80–150g
Actual yarn requirements will vary depending on garment size, stitch pattern, gauge, number of strands, and desired fabric density.
➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT:
One of the most exciting features of KATHERINE is its ability to blend beautifully with other luxury fibers, allowing you to create completely unique fabrics with customized softness, texture, structure, and drape.
Natural Fibers
• Cashmere – Creates extraordinary luxury fabrics with exceptional softness and warmth.
• Kid Mohair – Adds a delicate halo while preserving the elegance of the Merino and Silk blend.
• Linen – Produces breathable garments with beautiful structure and natural texture.
• Cotton – Adds stability while maintaining softness and comfort.
• Wild Tussah Silk – Creates sophisticated fabrics with remarkable texture and luxurious character.
• Fine Merino – Enhances elasticity and warmth while preserving beautiful stitch definition.
Recommended Pairings Available at iDOKNiT
• LORO PIANA SHANTUNG JASPÉ – Combines luxurious softness with expressive Wild Tussah Silk texture for extraordinary designer fabrics.
• LORO PIANA EXODUS – Adds the refined beauty and elegant drape of premium Mulberry Silk while preserving exceptional softness.
• LORO PIANA TUSSAH SILK – Creates sophisticated silk-rich fabrics with outstanding texture and luxurious character.
• Fine Italian Linen – Perfect for breathable summer garments with beautiful structure and elegant movement.
My Recommendation: KATHERINE is beautiful enough to knit entirely on its own, but it truly shines as a luxury companion yarn. Try holding it together with cashmere, linen, mohair, silk, or cotton to create fabrics with remarkable softness, elegant drape, and couture-inspired character that are uniquely your own.
⟳ Care Instructions:
• Hand wash gently in cool water using a wool and silk-safe detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Gently press excess water out with a towel
• Lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight
• Reshape while damp
• Store unused yarn on the original cone or in a breathable container to preserve its exceptional softness and luxurious quality.
Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
⚑ FOR FULL-CONE SALES, THERE IS NO ADDITIONAL CHARGE FOR THE CONE. Yarn will remain on its original cone.
⚑ FOR YARN THAT IS NOT SOLD AS A FULL CONE BUT IN VARIOUS WOUND WEIGHTS, ALL YARN WILL BE WOUND INTO BALLS BY DEFAULT. CONES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE YARN PRICE. However, we can wind it onto cones upon request. Cones may be purchased separately if you prefer continuous yardage for machine knitting or multi-strand projects. One color is typically wound per cone to maintain consistency.
PLEASE BUY CONES HERE
Unlike other shops where cone costs are often built into the yarn price—regardless of the format—our pricing is transparent. You pay only for the yarn itself. If you’d like your order wound on a cone, it can be purchased separately. This small additional charge also helps cover packaging differences and the actual cost of the cone. No hidden fees, no inflated markups—just honest, straightforward pricing.
Please Note
Please Note
- Please keep in mind: cone yarns, especially those made with extra fine merino or cashmere, may include a protective coating used for industrial knitting. A few gentle washes will allow the yarn to bloom, soften, and reveal its natural texture.
- Colors are photographed in natural light but may appear slightly different depending on your screen.
- FOR YARN THAT IS CUSTOM-WOUND, ±1–2g variation per 100g may occur due to winding.
- Each ball/cone is wound with care and packed securely to ensure it reaches you in perfect condition.
Shipping & Order Processing
Shipping & Order Processing
Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as cone winding may require additional time. Multiple orders placed before shipment may be combined. Shipping refunds are not issued for combined orders.
We ship worldwide with tracking provided. As customs policies and tariffs can change frequently, any duties, taxes, or import fees are the sole responsibility of the buyer. These charges are not collected by us at the time of purchase but are typically paid to your local postal service or customs office upon the arrival of your package.
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This yarn is an absolute delight to work with! The texture is so soft and pleasant to touch that I find myself not wanting to finish my project just to keep working with it. The light sheen from the silk gives it a subtle, luxurious glow, adding an elegant touch to whatever you’re making. The beautiful beige sand color is a perfect natural shade. For my current project I use it in 8 ply on 3 mm needles.
Good item, nice packaging and on time delivery
Good quality, shipping as expected