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

G&G Filati – Granite Carnival Tweed | Granite Carnival

A sophisticated interpretation of Italian tweed, Granite Carnival Tweed by G&G Filati blends rich grey tones with vibrant silk neps, creating a dynamic fabric full of depth and subtle brilliance. The merino-silk composition brings together warmth, softness, and a refined drape — perfect for elegant knitwear with an artistic edge.

🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 70% Merino Wool (WM) – ultra-soft, warm, and breathable
✔ 30% Silk (SE) – enhances smoothness and adds refined sheen

⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 400m/100g (437yds/3.5oz) – fine-weight tweed for single- or multi-strand knitting

🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 1 strand – 3.0mm / US 2.5 – crisp texture with definition
✔ 2 strands – 4.5–5.0mm / US 7–8 – soft, full-bodied fabric
✔ Suitable for 5th-class knitting machines (1 strand)

🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 1 strand – Fingering
✔ 2 strands – DK

🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Light Tweed Weaving Yarn – NM 4.0 / Tex 250 / YPP 1800

📌 Weaving Disclaimer
Please note: Weaving results may vary depending on loom settings, tension, and technique. We recommend testing a small sample before starting a project.

✨ Key Features
✔ Natural tweed texture – multicolor silk neps create rhythm and depth
✔ Soft and skin-friendly – breathable and non-itchy
✔ Elegant balance – tweedy rusticity with refined silk sheen
✔ Suitable for minimal or richly textured designs

🎨 Color Description
Granite Carnival is a cool, mid-to-deep grey flecked with red, blue, and gold silk. Like rain on stone, it’s a grounded neutral with unexpected brilliance — sophisticated, bold, and versatile.

👕 Perfect For
✔ Polished pullovers and elevated cardigans
✔ Statement outerwear with subtle color play
✔ Shawls, scarves, and minimal accessories
✔ Refined knits with texture and depth

📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M, 1–2 strands held together)
✔ Top or tee – 150–190g (600–750m / 656–820yds / 5.3–6.7oz)
✔ Sweater – 225–300g (900–1200m / 984–1312yds / 7.9–10.5oz)
✔ Cardigan – 275–350g (1100–1400m / 1203–1531yds / 9.7–12.3oz)
✔ Scarf or wrap – 125–175g (500–700m / 547–765yds / 4.4–6.2oz)

💡 Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cool water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry. Avoid wringing to preserve texture and softness.

📌 Color Disclaimer
While we strive to present colors accurately, 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.