The price is per gram. Minimum order: 50g.
MilleFili – Pigalle | Black Tweed
Pigalle by MilleFili is a laceweight Italian tweed spun from a sophisticated blend of wool, silk, viscose, and polyamide. Light, refined, and full of textural nuance, this yarn offers a gentle structure with soft drape and subtle movement. Designed for multi-strand knitting, Pigalle is ideal for garments that balance elegance with understated charm.
🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 55% Wool (WV) – soft, breathable, and warm
✔ 25% Silk (SE) – adds smoothness, drape, and natural sheen
✔ 10% Viscose (CV) – for light texture and softness
✔ 10% Polyamide (PA) – reinforces shape and durability
⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 1500m/100g (1640yds/3.5oz) – laceweight tweed
✔ Ideal for multi-strand hand knitting or fine-gauge machines
🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 2 strands – 2.5–3.0mm (US 1–2.5) – for sheer, lace-like fabric
✔ 3–4 strands – 3.0–5.0mm (US 3–8) – for graceful, wearable garments
✔ 5–6 strands – 5.0–7.0mm (US 8–10.5) – for soft structure and volume
🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 2 strands – Lace
✔ 3–4 strands – Light Fingering
✔ 5–6 strands – Sport
🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Fancy Weaving Yarn – NM 15.0 / Tex 66 / YPP 7454
📌 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
✔ Matte tweed texture – adds understated dimension
✔ Soft drape with structured finish – ideal for elevated basics
✔ Skin-friendly feel – gentle, breathable, and easy to wear
✔ Exceptional stitch clarity – works well with both plain and textured patterns
🎨 Color Description
Black Tweed – A richly saturated black base, scattered with flecks of ivory, grey, and charcoal. This quiet contrast creates elegant depth and texture, like a cityscape at night. Perfect for timeless, minimal designs with a modern edge.
👕 Perfect For
Tailored sweaters, textured wraps, minimalist vests, elevated layering garments, and wardrobe staples with quiet sophistication
📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M)
• Top or tee: 1200–1500m / 180–230g (1312–1640yds / 6.3–8.1oz)
• Sweater: 1800–2400m / 270–350g (1968–2625yds / 9.5–12.3oz)
• Cardigan: 2400–3000m / 350–450g (2625–3280yds / 12.3–15.8oz)
• Scarf or wrap: 700–1000m / 100–150g (765–1093yds / 3.5–5.3oz)
💡 Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cool water with a wool-safe detergent. Lay flat to dry.
📌 Color Disclaimer
Please note: actual color may vary slightly 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.