Cotton Silk Cord Yarn, CATANELLA, Premium Italian Yarn by Loro Piana, Available in Balls and on Cone, 450m/100g (492y/3.52oz)

A rare luxury yarn with luminous softness ✨ – Italian-made from 70% cotton and 30% silk. This chain/cord-structured yarn offers a perfect blend of cotton’s breathability and silk’s elegant sheen. Lightweight yet structured, it’s ideal for sophisticated summer knits and refined layering pieces.

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EXTREMELY LIMITED – WHEN IT’S GONE, IT’S GONE!

🎁 Perfect gift for knitters who love working with luxury fibers!

🧶 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Loro Piana, Italy
• Fiber Content: 70% Cotton, 30% Silk
• Yarn Weight: Fingering 
• Yardage: 450 meters / 100g (492 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Texture: Chain / Cord Yarn with silky luster
• Origin: Made in Italy

✨ Texture & Feel:
• Soft and breathable with a subtle silky glow
• Chain construction adds light volume and beautiful stitch definition
• Combines luxury and comfort for garments worn close to the skin

🧶 Recommended Uses:
• Elegant summer tops, cardigans, and tanks
• Shawls, wraps, and scarves with a delicate drape
• Luxury baby knits and lightweight accessories
• Perfect for crochet and fine weaving projects

💡 Tips & Recommendations:
• Chain structure provides volume without heaviness and enhances durability.
• Works beautifully in simple stitches where sheen and texture shine.
• Recommended for hand knitting with two threads to achieve optimal structure and softness.
• Pair with other fine yarns like mohair or silk for layered effects.
• Always swatch and block to test drape and fabric behavior.

🧷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Knitting: US 3–5 / 3.25–3.75 mm
• Crochet: 3.0–3.5 mm
• Adjust needle size based on desired density and drape

🧵 Weaving Suitability:
• Excellent for decorative weft applications
• Adds a soft, luxurious feel to woven fabrics
• Not recommended for warp due to chain construction

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
(100g = 450m / 492y)
• Short sleeve top: 250–350g
• Long sleeve sweater: 350–500g
• Shawl: 150–300g
• Scarf: 150–250g
• Dress: 500–700g

🫧 Care Instructions:
• Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry to maintain softness and sheen

📸 Please Note
The amount of yarn shown on cones in the photos may not reflect the actual quantity you’ll receive. Yarn is custom-wound per your order.
🎨 Colors are photographed in natural lighting but may appear slightly different depending on your screen settings. Zoom in to appreciate the chain texture and silky glow.
📌 ±1–2g variation per 100g is possible due to winding.
✨ Yarn is hand-wound and carefully packed.

📦 Shipping & Order Processing
Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as winding into balls or cones may take additional time and care. To ensure efficient shipping, we may combine multiple orders placed before the initial shipment. Shipping refunds will not be issued for combined orders. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.
We ship worldwide, and tracking is provided for every shipment. Local taxes or customs fees (if any) are the responsibility of the buyer.

💬 Questions
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