Product Details
Fiber content 100% Silk
Item put up 340 yd mini-cone
Yardage per item 340 yds
Yarn weight Lace
Wraps per inch 24 wpi
Yards per pound 2,700
Weaving Tabby Sett 14 to 16 epi
Weaving Twill Sett 16 to 18 epi
Knitting Gauge 7 to 8 stitches per inch
Recommended Needle US 1 (2.25 mm) to 3 (2.5 mm)
2-Ply Silk Noil Yarn (Raw Silk)
#149
2-Ply Silk Noil Yarn (Raw Silk) | Mini-cone
Silk is the strongest of all the natural fibers by weight, and its ability to breathe; in clothing fabric - to keep you warm when it's cold, cool when it's warm - is unrivaled and perfect for every season garments. Whatever you make with silk will be very special indeed, and treasured for a long time to come.
Description
Description
Keep in mind when using silk that it has almost no elasticity and minimal shrinkage. It will not full or "bloom" in finishing. In weaving, your warp sett should reflect this and be closer than for wool. Blend with worsted wools, such as Merinos. In knitting the the hand is lovely, but the inelasticity can be a challenge. To make the most of it, choose textured stitches, and patterns which feature hems, picot or crocheted edges rather than ribs as ribs will sag. Natural silks are ideal for dyeing with Earthues Natural Dyes, Country Classic or Wash-fast Acid Dyes.
Colors
Natural
