Cashmere Silk Merino Yarn, CARIAGGI LORENA, Luxury Italian Lace Weight Yarn, Balls or Cones, 1400m/100g

Discover one of the finest luxury blends in Italian spinning. LORENA by CARIAGGI combines Merino, Cashmere, and Silk into an exceptionally elegant lace-weight yarn that offers remarkable softness, graceful drape, and timeless versatility. Whether knitted alone in multiple strands or paired with other luxury fibers, this yarn creates refined fabrics that feel as luxurious as they look.

The generous Merino base provides beautiful stitch definition and elasticity, Cashmere adds unmistakable softness and warmth, while Silk enhances drape, strength, and natural elegance. This is one of those rare combinations that never goes out of style and belongs in every luxury yarn collection.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: CARIAGGI, Italy
• Article: LORENA
• Fiber Content: 80% Merino, 10% Cashmere, 10% Silk
• Yarn Category: Lace Weight
• Yarn Structure: Fine Multi-Ply Luxury Yarn
• Yarn Count: Nm 2/28
• Yardage: Approximately 1,400 meters / 1,531 yards per 100g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

➤ My First Impressions
CARIAGGI has long been recognized as one of Italy's most prestigious spinning mills, and this yarn immediately feels like a true premium product.

Even on the cone, the yarn has a wonderfully soft, velvety touch. From my experience, blends like this become even more beautiful after washing, as the fibers relax, bloom gently, and develop an even richer hand.

What makes this composition so special is the perfect balance of three exceptional fibers. Merino creates an elastic, comfortable foundation, Cashmere adds unmistakable luxury and softness, while Silk contributes elegant drape and a refined finish. Together they produce one of my favorite "budget luxury" fiber combinations—it's surprisingly difficult to find a blend that offers more at this level.

Personally, I would knit this yarn in multiple strands for hand knitting. For most sweaters and pullovers, I would choose five strands with approximately 4.0 mm (US 6) needles. For lighter garments or finer fabrics, four strands would be my starting point. Needle size will always depend on your individual knitting style and the fabric you wish to achieve, so I highly recommend knitting a swatch first.

I genuinely love this yarn. To be honest, I am a fan of almost everything produced by CARIAGGI, but this particular combination of Merino, Cashmere, and Silk is especially impressive. It delivers everything I personally look for in a luxury knitting yarn: softness, beautiful drape, warmth, elegance, and versatility.

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Exceptionally soft luxury blend
• Velvety hand even before washing
• Beautiful natural drape
• Excellent stitch definition
• Gentle bloom after washing
• Lightweight warmth without bulk
• Smooth, refined finish

★ Why Knitters Love LORENA
• Premium CARIAGGI quality
• Luxury Merino, Cashmere & Silk blend
• Beautiful knitted alone or held with companion yarns
• Excellent elasticity and stitch definition
• Elegant drape
• Softens beautifully after washing
• Perfect for knitting, crochet, weaving, and machine knitting

➤ Yarn Usage & Profile
• Perfect for sweaters, pullovers, cardigans, shawls, scarves, wraps, hats, and luxury accessories
• Beautiful in stockinette, cables, lace, ribbing, textured stitches, and colorwork
• Excellent for both hand knitting and machine knitting
• Ideal as a luxury companion yarn with Mohair, Alpaca, Silk, Cashmere, or Merino
• Creates elegant fabrics with softness, warmth, elasticity, and graceful drape

⋔ Estimated Yarn Usage
(Based on hand knitting in approximately 4–5 strands.)
• Hat: Approximately 80–120g
• Scarf: Approximately 120–220g
• Shawl: Approximately 180–300g
• Lightweight sweater (S–M): Approximately 250–350g
• Sweater (L–XL): Approximately 350–450g
• Cardigan: Approximately 350–500g

Actual yarn requirements depend on garment size, gauge, stitch pattern, number of strands held together, and desired fabric.

➤ Recommended Pairings from iDOKNiT
• Kid Mohair — creates an airy luxury halo
• Cashmere — enhances softness and warmth
• Fine Silk — increases drape and subtle sheen
• Fine Merino — improves elasticity and body
• Alpaca — adds loft and warmth
• Linen — creates beautiful transitional fabrics with added texture

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Hand Knitting: Approximately 4–5 strands
• My Recommendation:
• 4 strands: 3.5–4.0 mm (US 4–6)
• 5 strands: 4.0–4.5 mm (US 6–7)
• Crochet Hooks: Choose according to the number of strands held together and your desired fabric.
• Swatching is always recommended to achieve your preferred gauge, drape, and finished fabric.

⫯ Weaving Suitability
An exceptional weaving yarn for luxury scarves, shawls, apparel fabrics, and elegant accessories. The Merino provides resilience, Cashmere adds softness, and Silk contributes graceful drape, creating woven fabrics that feel remarkably luxurious while remaining lightweight.

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cool water using a mild wool or cashmere detergent.
• Do not wring or twist.
• Gently press excess moisture into a clean towel.
• Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp.
• Store folded rather than hanging.
• Always wash your swatch before making final gauge and sizing decisions.