A dazzling Lurex blend with shimmering finesse ✨ – Spun in Italy for fine detail work and sparkle layering. This ultra-fine metallic yarn is ideal as a carry-along thread to elevate your projects with a subtle or bold sheen.

All yarn is wound onto one cone based on the total weight you purchase. Prices are listed per 100 grams or 50 grams.

🧦 Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: Italian Mill 
• Fiber Content: 80% Viscose, 20% Polyester (Lurex)
• Yarn Weight: Super Lace / Ultra Fine
• Yarn Count: Nm 47500
• Yardage: 4750 meters / 100g (4921 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Origin: Made in Italy

This is an ultra-fine shimmer yarn with a silky base and metallic gleam. Designed for combining with other yarns rather than using alone, it adds a touch of luxury to garments, accessories, and woven fabrics.

✨ Texture & Feel:
• Very fine, smooth, and crisp
• Slight shimmer with a luminous sheen
• Silky viscose base with metallic Lurex wrap
• Adds sparkle without scratchiness when blended

🧦 Recommended Uses:
• Held together with wool, cotton, silk, or mohair for sparkle
• Luxury shawls and scarves
• Edging, trims, and holiday accents
• Woven into fabric for a glamorous effect
• Lace and decorative openwork

🧷 Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Always held with other yarns
• Knitting: Add to projects using 2.25mm–4.0mm needles (US 1–6)
• Crochet: Add to yarns used with 2.25mm–3.5mm hooks
• Swatching is recommended to determine balance and drape

🧵 Weaving Suitability:
• Suitable for weft blending
• Can be used in warp with proper tension management
• Adds luxury accents to artistic or fashion textiles

🔍 Gauge & Behavior Notes:
• Ultra-fine, best used to complement other yarns
• Can slightly stiffen soft yarns, adding structure
• Excellent for colorplay and glimmering visual effects

🪡 Working with Multiple Strands:
• Always recommended to hold with another yarn
• Layer with soft fibers to enhance comfort
• Combine with mohair or alpaca for halo and shine
• Creates custom marled or metallic-blend fabrics

📘 Project Ideas:
• Add to fingering yarn for a shimmering tee or tank
• Accent yarn for festive knits
• Pair with hand-dyed skeins for sparkle gradients
• Weave a glimmering evening wrap or scarf

🔪 Blending Possibilities:
• Hold with merino, silk, cotton, or linen
• Adds shimmer to muted neutrals or bold colors
• Pairs beautifully with boucle or mohair for texture
• Use sparingly for subtle glints or boldly for glam

💡 Helpful Notes:
• Not recommended to use as a single strand for knitting or crochet – it is extremely fine
• Ideal for combining with other yarns to add shimmer and texture
• Viscose base provides flow and softness while Lurex brings sparkle
• Not stretchy – swatching is essential for best results

📏 Recommended Yarn Usage:
When held with other yarns (estimates vary by project):
• Sweater or Top: 300–400g of main yarn + 50–100g of Lurex blend
• Shawl: 100–150g of main yarn + 25–50g of Lurex
• Scarf or Wrap: 75–100g of main yarn + 20–40g of Lurex

🧷 Care Instructions:
• Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight
📌 Please keep in mind: cone yarns may include light waxes from industrial processing. Gentle washes will help release the fiber and soften the final fabric.

📸 Please Note
The amount of yarn shown on cones in the photos may not reflect the actual quantity you’ll receive. Yarn is custom-wound per your order.
🎨 Colors are photographed in natural lighting but may appear slightly different depending on your screen settings. I highly recommend zooming in on each photo to fully appreciate the yarn’s texture and finish.

🚎️ Shipping & Order Processing
Orders are prepared in the order received and typically ship within 3–5 business days. Custom requests such as winding into balls or cones may take additional time and care.
To ensure efficient shipping, we may combine multiple orders placed before the initial shipment. Shipping refunds will not be issued for combined orders. Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

💬 Questions
Have questions about this yarn or your project? I’m always happy to help! I’d love to hear how you enjoyed working with this yarn! Your kind reviews and shared creations help my small business grow—and they inspire others too. Thank you! Each order is carefully packed by me, with a handwritten thank-you note and a small gift.