Cashmere 100 is an exceptionally fine Italian cashmere yarn manufactured by Cariaggi in Italy, created from 100% pure cashmere. With its ultra-fine 2/28 construction and approximately 1400 m per 100 g, this yarn belongs to the family of true luxury lace cashmere bases prized for softness, lightness, and versatility in high-end knitwear and textile work.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Cariaggi, Italy
• Article: Cashmere 100
• Fiber Content: 100% Cashmere
• Yarn Category: Lace
• Yarn Count: Nm 2/28
• Yardage: approx. 1400 m / 1531 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
Cashmere 100 offers the kind of refined softness and lightness that made Cariaggi one of the most respected names in luxury Italian yarns. The yarn feels feather-light in the hand, yet it has the warmth, elegance, and quiet richness that only pure cashmere can provide.

Its ultra-fine 2/28 construction makes it especially attractive for makers who enjoy controlling fabric density and texture through strand count. Used in two, three, or more strands, it can become anything from an airy sweater yarn to a more substantial and practical fabric for luxury knitwear. It is also an excellent base for pairing with silk, fine merino, or mohair to create custom textures with softness and visual depth. Because Cashmere 100 is a very fine 2/28 cashmere, it is not the kind of yarn that most hand knitters would usually enjoy in a single strand for practical garments. Instead, it shines when used in multiple strands, on a knitting machine, or held together with other luxury fibers. In practice, this means you can build anything from feather-light refined fabrics to warmer, fuller garments while keeping the unmistakable softness and elegance of pure cashmere.

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Feather-light and exceptionally soft
• Smooth, refined cashmere hand
• Elegant natural matte glow
• Airy warmth without heaviness
• Delicate and fluid in fabric
• Beautiful bloom and softness after washing

✧ Luxury Fiber Profile — Pure Cashmere
This yarn is spun from one of the most loved fibers in fine knitwear.

Cashmere adds:
• Exceptional softness
• Gentle warmth
• A luxurious hand feel
• Elegant lightness

In this extra-fine 2/28 count, cashmere becomes especially versatile for makers who want to control the final fabric through strand count, blending, or machine work.

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Single-strand hand knitting: generally too fine for comfortable standalone hand knitting
• Best for hand knitting in 2, 3, or more strands depending on the desired fabric
• Excellent for machine knitting in finer gauges
• Beautiful held together with silk, mohair, fine merino, or other luxury yarns
• Suitable for crochet, weaving, and refined textile development

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Hat or beanie: approx. 75–150 g depending on strand count
• Shawl or wrap: approx. 100–250 g
• Scarf or cowl: approx. 100–200 g
• Lightweight sweater (S–M): approx. 200–350 g
• Sweater (L–XL): approx. 300–450 g
• Long cardigan: approx. 400–600 g

➤ Gauge Examples (Approximate)
Actual gauge depends on strand count, needle size, and personal knitting style.

• 2 strands:
approx. 28–32 stitches / 10 cm with 2.75–3.25 mm needles

• 3 strands:
approx. 24–28 stitches / 10 cm with 3.25–3.75 mm needles

• 4 strands:
approx. 20–24 stitches / 10 cm with 3.75–4.5 mm needles

Always knit and wash a swatch before starting the final project.

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
Cashmere 100 is beautiful as a multi-strand cashmere on its own, but it also pairs wonderfully with other luxury fibers to create more distinctive fabrics.

Fine Silk Yarns
Add drape, elegance, and a smoother, more refined finish.

Mohair on Silk
Adds halo, atmosphere, and airy volume for sweaters, shawls, and layering pieces.

Fine Merino
Adds body and structure while preserving softness and warmth.

Yak Blends
Deepen color and create a richer, warmer fabric with a softly luxurious hand.

These combinations make Cashmere 100 especially appealing to makers who enjoy building custom fabrics with softness, warmth, lightness, and refined texture.

➤ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• 2 strands: start around 2.75–3.25 mm
• 3 strands: start around 3.25–3.75 mm
• 4 strands: start around 3.75–4.5 mm
• Swatching is essential to achieve the desired balance of softness, drape, and structure

➤ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for very soft, lightweight luxury weaving projects
• Excellent for delicate textiles where softness and refinement are the priority
• Ideal for elegant accessories and fine fabric development

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold with gentle wool or cashmere detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp
• Store folded rather than hanging
• Wash swatch before final sizing calculations