The price is per gram. Minimum order: 50g.

Elastane 50000 · 5000m/100g (5468yds/3.5oz) · 100EA

Astrofil · Elastane 50000 · 5000m/100g (5468yds/3.5oz) · 100% Elastane

Elastane 50000 by Astrofil is an ultra-fine 100% elastane thread designed to add stretch and shape retention to your knitting. This exceptionally fine specialty thread is not a standalone yarn but rather a functional addition held together with your main yarn to provide gentle elasticity and improved structure. Perfect for luxury fibers that naturally lack memory and tend to relax or grow with wear—such as cashmere, silk, and viscose—this thread helps garments maintain their shape and fit over time.

When to Use Elastane Thread

Add Elastane 50000 when working with fluid, drapey fibers that don't hold their shape well. Cashmere sweaters that stretch out, silk garments that lose structure, and viscose pieces that grow with wear all benefit from the subtle support of elastane. The thread provides gentle recovery without compromising the soft hand feel or drape of luxury fibers. Particularly useful for fitted garments, ribbing, cuffs, necklines, and anywhere shape retention matters.

How to Use

Hold one strand of Elastane 50000 together with your main yarn throughout knitting or crochet. The ultra-fine thread should be held under gentle tension—not stretched tight—as you work.

Important Notes

This is an exceptionally fine thread with extraordinary meterage. Online minimum purchase is 50g. Smaller quantities starting at 10g are available exclusively offline at our Portland, Oregon store. Store away from heat and direct sunlight to preserve elasticity.

Fiber Content

100% Elastane

Care Instructions

Hand wash gently in cool water

Do not use hot water as heat can damage elastane fibers

Lay flat to dry on a horizontal surface

Do not wring, twist, or agitate

Avoid exposure to chlorine bleach

Do not iron directly on elastane

Disclaimers

This is a specialty thread, not a standalone yarn. Color may appear different due to screen and lighting. Yarn is not eligible for return or exchange.