ASTROLABIO NM 5000 is a luxurious Italian Super Kid Mohair blend from Ilaria. Twice as thick as the legendary Aurora, this fine yarn offers exceptional softness, lightness, and loft. Made from the first shearing of baby Angora goats, giving it unmatched quality and delicacy.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Ilaria, Italy
• Article: ASTROLABIO 
• Fiber Content: 67% Super Kid Mohair, 30% Polyamide, 3% Extra Fine Merino
• Yarn Weight: Fine (Nm 5000)/Light Fingering
• Weight & Yardage: 100 g (3.52 oz) ≈ 500 m (547 yd)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
Super Kid Mohair — the softest, rarest grade — harvested from the first shearing of young Angora goats. This creates a featherlight, airy halo with subtle shine. Polyamide adds structure and durability, while extra fine merino enhances softness and elasticity.
The texture is identical to the legendary AURORA but twice as thick, creating fuller, loftier fabric.

➤ Recommended Uses
• Featherlight sweaters and cardigans
• Shawls, wraps, and lace accessories
• Double-strand fluffy sweaters
• Carry-along to add halo to merino, alpaca, cashmere
• Soft cowls, hats, and layering pieces

✧ Blend Recommendations
Pairs beautifully with:
• Merino (all microns)
• Silk and mohair-silk blends
• Cashmere
• Alpaca
• Fine polyamide blends
• Lace, fingering, and sport-weight yarns
Creates an elegant halo, warmth, and luxurious drape.

⋔ Suggested Needle Size
• Single strand: 2.5–4.0 mm
• Double strand: 4.0–6.0 mm

⫯ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold
• Use wool-friendly detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry