Profilo – Elegance | Bordeaux
Elegance by Profilo is a fine plant-based yarn that combines the crisp structure of linen with the fluid drape of Tencel. Light, breathable, and naturally lustrous, it’s crafted for multi-strand summer knits and refined silhouettes. The Bordeaux shade is a velvety, romantic wine red with a warm undertone and soft matte glow — elegant, timeless, and full of character.
🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 75% Linen – breathable and crisp with natural texture
✔ 25% Tencel – adds smoothness, sheen, and elegant drape
⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 1300m/100g (1421yds/3.5oz) – fine yarn ideal for multi-strand hand & machine knitting
🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 4 strands – 2.0–2.5mm (US 0–1.5) – minimum recommended
✔ 5–6 strands – 3.0–4.0mm (US 2.5–6)
✔ 7+ strands – 4.0–5.0mm (US 6–8)
🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 4 strands – Fingering
✔ 5 strands – Sport
✔ 6 strands – DK
✔ 7+ strands – Worsted
🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Fine Linen-Tencel Weaving Yarn – NM 13 / Tex 77 / YPP 6400
📌 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
✔ Lightweight and breathable – ideal for warm climates
✔ Natural sheen – Tencel provides soft polish and glow
✔ Crisp yet fluid – holds structure while allowing movement
✔ Suitable for both hand and machine knitting
🎨 Color Description
Bordeaux – a deep wine red with soft matte luster and warm undertones; bold yet elegant, romantic yet grounded
👕 Perfect For
✔ Tailored summer tops, relaxed dresses, light jackets, and elevated layering pieces
📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M)
✔ Top or tee (short sleeve) – 150–200g (1950–2600yds / 1783–2377m / 5.3–7.0oz)
✔ Pullover (long sleeve) – 300–350g (3900–4550yds / 3566–4161m / 10.6–12.3oz)
✔ Cardigan – 350–400g (4550–5200yds / 4161–4757m / 12.3–14.1oz)
✔ Scarf or wrap – 120–180g (1560–2340yds / 1426–2139m / 4.2–6.3oz)
💡 Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cool water. Lay flat to dry. Shape while damp to maintain drape and silhouette.
📌 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.