Description
A luxurious, ultra-light lace-weight yarn crafted from an elegant blend of Merino wool and Silk. Piccadilly embodies Italian refinement — soft, smooth, and delicately luminous. With its gentle drape and silky sheen, this yarn transforms into refined, modern knitwear that feels weightless, elegant, and beautifully textured.
🧶 Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Ri.Go, Italy
• Article: Piccadilly
• Fiber Content: 50% Merino, 50% Silk
• Yarn Weight: Lace/Light Fingering
• Yardage: 100g (3.52oz) ≈ 470m (514yd)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy
✨ Texture & Feel
Lightweight, smooth, and naturally lustrous, this yarn combines the softness of merino with the elegant sheen of silk. The thread feels gentle against the skin, offering a refined drape ideal for delicate garments. Piccadilly blooms subtly after washing, enhancing its softness while maintaining its polished silk glow. Perfect for pieces that require refinement without heaviness.
🧶 Recommended Uses
Perfect for:
• Lightweight sweaters, tops, and layering pieces
• Shawls, scarves, and wraps
• Baby garments and sensitive-skin projects
• Minimalist garments with elegant drape
• Silk-blend knitwear inspired by luxury Italian fashion
🧶 Blending Recommendations
This yarn pairs exceptionally well with:
• Silk: amplifies sheen and drape
• Merino or Cashmere: adds warmth and softness
• Mohair/Silk lace: creates a haloed, modern texture
• Alpaca: enhances drape and softness
• Linen or Cotton: adds crisp definition with a subtle glow
Hold Piccadilly together with 1–2 strands of another fiber for depth, sheen, and body.
🪡 Recommended Needles & Hooks
This yarn works beautifully starting from a single thread.
• Knitting Needles: 3.0–4.0 mm (US 2.5–6)
• Crochet Hook: 2.5–3.5 mm (US B–E)
For fuller fabrics or multi-strand knitting, use 4.0–5.0 mm (US 6–8).
📏 Estimated Yarn Usage (Single Thread – Lace/Light Fingering Equivalent)
• Shawl or Wrap: 150–250 g (approx. 700–1170 m / 760–1280 yd)
• Lightweight Top: 200–300 g (approx. 940–1410 m / 1020–1540 yd)
• Scarf or Cowl: 80–150 g (approx. 380–705 m / 414–770 yd)
• Edges / Decorative Work: 20–50 g
🧵 Weaving Recommendations
Excellent as a weft yarn for soft, elegant fabrics with sheen. When combined with structural fibers like silk, linen, or wool, it produces refined drapey textiles. Use mainly as weft; for warp applications, combine with a stronger supporting yarn. Sett: 10–12 EPI for soft, glow-enhanced fabrics.
📍 Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Reshape and lay flat to dry away from direct sunlight
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