Cardiff Cashmere Yarn

Skeins of Cardiff Cashmere yarn, made in Italy: 100% cashmere or blended with Mulberry silk, in weights for needles from 2.5 to 6.5 mm. Soft, warm and itch-free,... Read more

Skeins of Cardiff Cashmere yarn, made in Italy: 100% cashmere or blended with Mulberry silk, in weights for needles from 2.5 to 6.5 mm. Soft, warm and itch-free, for knitting jumpers, shawls, hats and scarves this autumn-winter season.

Guide: which Cardiff yarn to choose?

Quality	Composition	Metres (25 g)	Needles
Small	100% cashmere	170 m	2.5–3 mm
Prime	68% cashmere, 32% silk	300 m	3–3.5 mm
Classic	100% cashmere	112 m	3.5–4.5 mm
Brushlight	82% cashmere, 18% silk	138 m	3.5–4.5 mm
Large	100% cashmere	56 m	5–5.5 mm
Brushmere	100% brushed cashmere bouclé	45 m	6–6.5 mm
Curly	100% natural cashmere bouclé	45 m	6–6.5 mm

Cardiff Classic Cashmere: the classic, with over 60 colours. For hats, scarves, gloves, jumpers and cardigans.
Cardiff Small: fine and very defined cashmere, for fine jumpers, lace and shawls.
Cardiff Prime: extremely fine brushed yarn; it can be knitted on its own or as a companion thread to create a hazy effect.
Cardiff Brushlight: brushed cashmere and silk, lightweight, for transitional and winter garments.
Cardiff Large: chunky cashmere for warm garments that knit up quickly.
Cardiff Brushmere and Curly: cashmere bouclé with lots of volume and very little weight; they look great in simple stitches.

Frequently asked questions about cashmere yarn

Does cashmere itch?
No. Cashmere fibre is very fine, which makes it pleasant even for neckwear and sensitive skin.

How many skeins do I need?
As a guide with Cardiff Classic (25 g / 112 m): an adult hat, 2–3 skeins; a scarf, 4–5; an adult jumper in size M, 10–13. Always check the yardage of your pattern.

How do you wash cashmere?
By hand, in cold water and with mild soap. Do not wring, dry flat and do not tumble dry.

How long does shipping take?
In-stock colours are shipped from Spain. Qualities marked as Made to order are delivered within 7–14 business days. Free shipping on orders over €60 (Mainland Spain).