Italy – Black Silk | Jet Black

A luxurious Italian yarn spun from 100% pure silk, Black Silk offers unmatched elegance, fluidity, and timeless charm. With its natural sheen and flawless drape, this yarn elevates every stitch into a statement. The Jet Black shade brings depth and intensity — a classic black with a silky glow, ideal for sophisticated evening wear or refined everyday pieces.

🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 100% Silk – naturally lustrous, breathable, and skin-friendly

⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 385m/100g (421yds/3.5oz) – light fingering weight, ideal for refined garments and accessories

🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ Single strand – 2.5–3.0mm (US 1.5–2.5)
✔ Double strand – 3.5–4.0mm (US 4–6)

🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ Light Fingering – versatile for layering and delicate textures

🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Fine Weaving Yarn – NM 3.85 / Tex 260 / YPP 1954

📌 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
✔ Naturally glossy and smooth texture
✔ Elegant drape with a weightless feel
✔ Hypoallergenic and gentle on skin
✔ High breathability and moisture regulation

🎨 Color Description
Jet Black – a deep, saturated black with a subtle, natural silk sheen

👕 Perfect For
✔ Shawls and wraps
✔ Elegant tops and camisoles
✔ Fine accessories
✔ Evening garments and minimalistic classics

📏 Yardage Estimates (for size S–M)
✔ Top or tee – 200–250g (770–960m / 843–1052yds / 7.0–8.8oz)
✔ Sweater – 300–400g (1155–1540m / 1264–1682yds / 10.5–14.1oz)
✔ Cardigan – 350–450g (1348–1733m / 1474–1896yds / 12.3–15.8oz)
✔ Scarf or wrap – 150–250g (578–963m / 632–1053yds / 5.3–8.8oz)

💡 Care Instructions
We recommend gentle hand washing in cool water with silk-safe detergent. Do not wring. Dry flat in shade.

📌 Color Disclaimer
Please note that actual colors may vary slightly due to monitor settings and lighting conditions.

⚠️ Swatching Required
Fiber behavior varies. Please knit or weave a swatch before starting your project. This yarn is not superwash-treated.