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Undyed yarn · Laceweight

Cashmere Silk

50% Cashmere, 50% Tussah Silk

Weight
Laceweight
Ply
2-ply
Yield
3,920 yds/lb

Choose formats & quantities

What's the difference?
Mini skein 50g
SN219-50G
431 yds per sk
394 m
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Cone by the lb
C5S5-2-16-NAT
3,920 yds per lb
3,584 m
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Cones are about 1 lb each. We pack as close to the ordered weight as possible.
  • Spun in Canada
    Locally made, for you
  • A family business
    100 years in textiles, 40 years spinning hand-knitting yarns
  • Sourced with care
    From reliable farms and mills committed to animal welfare
  • Undyed, ready to dye
    Natural colour, ready for your dye pot

About this yarn

A luxurious blend of cashmere and tussah silk, this 2/16 NM yarn combines softness with a gentle sheen. The cashmere lends warmth and an elegant hand, while the silk brings strength and subtle luster. Ideal for fine weaving, lace knitting, or lightweight garments with exceptional drape.

Dye it with Jacquard Acid Dyes

Protein fibres and nylon take acid dyes.

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Formats explained

Mini skeins · 50 g

Small hanks for sets, advent kits, contrast colours and colour testing.

Cones · by the lb

About 3 lb per cone for winding your own skein sizes, weaving or machine knitting.