SETA SHAPPE by Ri.Go, Italy is an exceptionally refined 100% silk lace yarn with approximately 3000 meters per 100 g, created for luxury knitwear, elegant shawls, couture layering pieces, weaving, crochet, and sophisticated handmade textiles. Produced from high-quality spun silk fibers known as silk shappe, this ultra-fine Italian yarn creates breathable fluid fabrics with graceful drape, soft luminosity, and timeless luxury.

Unlike glossy filament silk, silk shappe is made from carefully combed and spun silk fibers, giving the yarn a softer matte elegance while preserving the strength, breathability, and natural beauty silk is famous for. The result is a refined luxury yarn with exceptional stitch definition, beautiful movement, and a polished high-end appearance associated with fine Italian textile production.

This is true couture-quality Italian silk for knitters, crocheters, weavers, and fiber artists who appreciate rare luxury materials and custom fabric creation.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Ri.Go, Italy
• Article: SETA SHAPPE
• Fiber Content: 100% Silk Shappe
• Yarn Category: Lace Weight / Extra Fine Industrial Silk Yarn
• Yarn Count: Nm 2/60
• Yardage: approx. 3000 m / 3280 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: CONE ONLY
• Origin: Made in Italy

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Ultra-fine and exceptionally smooth
• Soft matte silk finish with elegant natural glow
• Lightweight yet strong construction
• Breathable fluid fabric with graceful drape
• Soft luxurious feel directly against the skin
• Becomes even softer after washing and blocking
• Refined couture-quality texture

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
SETA SHAPPE represents the classic Italian tradition of luxury spun silk yarn production. Unlike filament silk, silk shappe creates a softer, more wearable elegance with a refined matte-luminous finish instead of an overly glossy shine.

Because the yarn is extraordinarily fine, makers can engineer completely different fabrics simply by adjusting strand count. This flexibility makes SETA SHAPPE especially attractive for experienced knitters, crocheters, and weavers who enjoy controlling fabric density, drape, softness, opacity, and texture.

Even a small amount blended with another yarn dramatically elevates the final fabric, adding silk strength, movement, softness, and polished luxury without heaviness.

This type of ultra-fine Italian silk yarn is highly valued for elegant summer knitwear, sophisticated layering garments, couture shawls, refined crochet, luxury weaving, and designer-inspired handmade fashion.

✧ Luxury Fiber Profile — What Is Silk Shappe?
Silk shappe is produced from carefully combed shorter silk fibers remaining after filament silk production. These fibers are spun into a refined yarn that preserves silk’s luxurious qualities while creating a softer, more matte, and more wearable texture.

Compared to filament silk:
• Softer matte-luminous elegance
• Better stitch definition
• More breathable for warm-weather garments
• Strong durable spun structure
• Beautiful fluid drape without excessive shine

➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Single-strand knitting: NOT recommended
• This is an ultra-fine lace yarn designed for multi-strand knitting, weaving, crochet, machine knitting, and luxury blending

Recommended strand usage:
• 3 strands — lace to light fingering fabric
• 4 strands — fingering/sport fabric
• 5 strands — sport weight garments
• 6+ strands — fuller sweaters and layering pieces

➤ What This Yarn Does in Your Project
• Adds fluid silk drape and movement
• Creates breathable luxury fabric
• Produces refined polished garments
• Enhances softness and elegant stitch definition
• Adds luminous depth without heaviness
• Elevates blended yarns instantly

⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Lace shawls and wraps
• Lightweight summer tops
• Elegant sweaters and cardigans
• Couture layering garments
• Scarves and accessories
• Fine crochet work
• Luxury weaving and textile art

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
(multi-strand knitting)

• Lace shawls and wraps: approx. 120–200 g
• Summer tops: approx. 200–300 g
• Elegant sweaters and cardigans: approx. 300–450 g
• Scarves and accessories: approx. 80–150 g

➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT

Mohair on Silk
Adds halo and softness for airy luxury garments.

Cashmere
Creates exceptionally soft refined couture fabrics.

Yak Blends
Add warmth and beautiful color depth while preserving lightness.

Fine Linen Yarns
Enhance structure and summer breathability.

These combinations create dimensional fabrics with remarkable softness, drape, and depth — exactly why extra-fine Italian cone yarns are so loved by experienced makers.

✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Needle size depends entirely on strand count and desired fabric
• Swatching is essential
• Approximate range: 2.5–4.5 mm depending on strand count and structure goals

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Excellent for fine luxury weaving
• Suitable for both warp and weft with controlled tension
• Ideal for lightweight silk fabrics and couture textile applications
• Creates elegant breathable woven fabrics with refined drape

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold with gentle silk or wool detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp
• Store folded away from direct sunlight