Description
CINCICASH by Loro Piana, Italy is an exceptionally refined luxury yarn created from 20% Sable and 80% Cashmere. With its 2/11 construction and approximately 550 meters / 640 yards per 100 g, this yarn offers a beautiful balance of softness, warmth, elegance, and practical usability. Unlike ultra-fine cashmere lace bases that usually need many strands for comfortable hand knitting, this fuller count gives you a much more versatile luxury yarn for real garments and accessories.
This is the kind of yarn that feels rare and elevated from the first touch. The high cashmere content gives it deep softness and light warmth, while the sable adds even more richness and a more distinctive luxury hand. The result is a yarn that feels airy yet substantial, delicate yet practical enough for hand knitting in one strand for lighter pieces or two strands for fuller, warmer knitwear.
▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Loro Piana, Italy
• Article: CINCICASH
• Fiber Content: 20% Sable, 80% Cashmere
• Yarn Category: Lace Weight / Fine Luxury Yarn
• Yarn Count: 2/11
• Yardage: approx. 550 m / 640 yd per 100 g (3.52 oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy
⋔ Swatch Notes
I knitted my sample in one strand using US size 4 needles, and I was genuinely, very pleasantly impressed by how dramatically the fabric changed while I was washing it and after washing. The swatch changed almost before my eyes: the yarn bloomed heavily, developed a beautiful halo, and the strand appeared to increase almost two times in volume as it opened up. It became much fluffier even while still wet.
That means this yarn can absolutely be knitted in one strand if you want a light, warm, almost weightless, airy fabric with a very noticeable soft halo. If you prefer a warmer or more winter-ready result, it also works beautifully in two strands.
One important note: this yarn does not hold ribbing well. It is much better suited to soft, airy fabrics than to structured ribbed edges. It is also an excellent yarn to use as a carry-along with almost anything, because it immediately elevates the finished fabric with a beautiful bloom, a silky-soft touch, and a completely non-prickly feel. The hand is incredibly pleasant, and the final effect is truly luxurious.
In my experience, the melange shade 2228 feels noticeably fuller and puffier than the solid grey shade 2229, even though both are technically the same yarn by weight. This may be due to the different color treatment, although that is simply my personal impression.
⌁ Texture & Feel
• Exceptionally soft and luxurious
• Feather-light yet warming
• Rich, refined hand feel
• More depth and richness than standard cashmere alone
• Smooth, elegant, and comforting against the skin
• Beautifully soft after washing
⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
CINCICASH stands out because it combines extraordinary softness with a more practical luxury count. The 2/11 construction makes it much easier to use for real hand-knitting projects than ultra-fine lace cashmere bases, while still preserving the elegance and lightness expected from a premium Loro Piana yarn.
This blend is especially appealing for makers who want true luxury for garments they will actually wear. It works beautifully for lightweight sweaters, cardigans, scarves, shawls, hats, and soft accessories where the fiber itself should remain the focus. The finished fabric feels quietly opulent rather than flashy — soft, warm, and deeply refined.
✧ Luxury Fiber Profile — Sable & Cashmere
This yarn combines two exceptionally luxurious fibers.
Cashmere adds:
• Deep softness
• Gentle warmth
• Lightness and comfort
• Elegant wearability
Sable adds:
• Extra richness
• A more distinctive luxury hand
• Greater depth in the finished fabric
Together, they create a yarn that feels rare, comforting, and beautifully elevated.
➤ IMPORTANT — Yarn Usage
• Single-strand hand knitting: suitable for light, airy, fluffy fabrics
• 2 strands: excellent for warmer and more winter-ready garments
• Not a strong choice for ribbing or areas that require sharp elasticity
• Beautiful for sweaters, cardigans, scarves, shawls, hats, and luxury accessories
• Excellent as a carry-along yarn with other fibers
• Suitable for crochet and refined textile work
• A very strong choice for garments worn close to the skin
⋔ Recommended Yarn Usage
• Hat or beanie: approx. 100 g
• Shawl or wrap: approx. 150–250 g
• Scarf or cowl: approx. 120–220 g
• Lightweight sweater (S–M): approx. 250–350 g
• Sweater (L–XL): approx. 350–500 g
• Long cardigan: approx. 450–650 g
➤ Recommended Pairings From iDOKNiT
CINCICASH is extraordinary on its own, but it can also pair beautifully with other luxury fibers to create even more distinctive fabrics.
Fine Silk Yarns
Add drape and elegance while preserving refinement.
Mohair on Silk
Adds halo and atmosphere for airy sweaters, wraps, and shawls.
Fine Merino
Adds a little more structure while preserving softness and comfort.
Cashmere Companions
Create an even more cocooning, deeply luxurious fabric.
These pairings make CINCICASH especially appealing for makers who enjoy building fabrics with softness, warmth, and quiet luxury.
✦ Recommended Needles / Hooks
• Single strand: start around US 4 / 3.5 mm for an airy light fabric
• Two strands: start around 4.5–5.0 mm
• Swatching is essential, especially because this yarn blooms dramatically during washing and after washing
⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for soft, lightweight luxury weaving projects
• Beautiful for scarves, wraps, and refined apparel fabrics
• Best for textiles where softness and elegance are the priority
⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold with gentle cashmere or wool detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry and reshape while damp
• Store folded rather than hanging
• Wash swatch before final sizing calculations
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