Biagioli Modesto – Asha Natural | Honey Silk
A glowing Italian yarn spun from fine wool and pure silk, Asha Natural | Honey Silk offers a rare balance of lightness, softness, and gentle sheen. Its airy texture and elegant drape make it perfect for sophisticated knitwear that feels barely there yet looks undeniably refined. This yarn is a quiet luxury for those who appreciate natural fibers and timeless beauty.
🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 52% Fine Wool (WV) – structure, warmth, and softness
✔ 48% Silk (SE) – sheen, durability, and a smooth, flowing finish
⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 1300m/100g (1421yds/3.5oz) – fine yarn for multi-strand use or lacework
🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 3 strands – 2.5–3.0mm (US 1.5–2.5) – for light, airy fabric
✔ 4 strands – 3.5–4.0mm (US 4–6) – for smooth drape and flowing shapes
✔ 5 strands – 4.0–5.0mm (US 6–8) – for elegant layering garments
🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 1–2 strands – Lace
✔ 3–4 strands – Fingering to Sport
✔ 5 strands – Light DK
🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Ultra-Fine Weaving Yarn – NM 13 / Tex 77 / YPP 5935
📌 Weaving Disclaimer
Please note: Weaving results may vary depending on loom settings, tension, and weaving technique. We recommend testing a small sample before starting a project.
✨ Key Features
✔ Light yet warm – for comfortable layering
✔ Elegant silk glow – adds subtle depth to any texture
✔ Naturally breathable – soft and skin-friendly
✔ Drapes beautifully – ideal for relaxed silhouettes and refined detail
✔ Great stitch definition – shows off lace and subtle patterns
🎨 Color Description
Honey Silk is a glowing amber-gold hue with soft sunlight undertones and a quiet, silky luster. The shade brings both warmth and refinement, adding timeless elegance to both minimalist and richly textured pieces.
👕 Perfect For
Airy sweaters, refined cardigans, fine lace shawls, and soft scarves
📏 Yardage Estimates (for size S–M, using 3–4 strands)
✔ Top or tee – 150–200g (1950–2600m / 2133–2844yds / 5.3–7.0oz)
✔ Sweater – 250–350g (3250–4550m / 3556–4976yds / 8.8–12.3oz)
✔ Cardigan – 300–400g (3900–5200m / 4266–5688yds / 10.6–14.1oz)
✔ Shawl or wrap – 100–150g (1300–1950m / 1421–2133yds / 3.5–5.3oz)
💡 Care Instructions
We recommend gentle hand washing in cool water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry. Do not wring. Store folded to preserve softness and shape.
📌 Color Disclaimer
We strive to represent colors accurately, but slight variations may occur due to lighting and screen settings.
⚠️ Swatching Required
Fiber behavior varies. Please knit or weave a swatch before starting your project. This yarn is not superwash-treated.