Millefili S.p.A – Flaxappeal | Forest Shadow

Flaxappeal in Forest Shadow is deep, cool, and almost mysterious — a rich, dark green that feels both grounded and refined. This isn’t your typical linen: spun in Italy, it has a remarkably soft, cotton-like touch with none of the crisp stiffness associated with traditional flax. Lightweight, breathable, and sophisticated, it’s ideal for elevated warm-weather garments and transitional layering.

🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 100% Linen (LI) – specially softened for a smoother, cotton-like handfeel

⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 625m/100g (683yds/3.5oz) – laceweight to light fingering, ideal for multi-strand or fine-gauge knitting

🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ Single strand – 2.0–2.5mm / US 0–1.5
✔ Double strand – 2.5–3.5mm / US 1.5–4
✔ Triple strand – 3.5–4.5mm / US 4–7

🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ Single strand – Lace
✔ Double strand – Fingering to Sport
✔ Triple strand – Light DK

🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Light Weaving Yarn – NM 6.2 / Tex 160 / YPP 5700

📌 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
✔ Feels softer than standard linen – close to cotton in comfort
✔ Matte finish with smooth drape
✔ Excellent for breathable, moisture-wicking garments
✔ Ideal for summer and early fall knits
✔ Long-lasting and softens with every wash

🎨 Color Description
Forest Shadow is a near-black green — like pine needles under moonlight. Elegant and dramatic, it offers a rich alternative to navy or charcoal, with organic depth and a refined edge.

👕 Perfect For
✔ Lightweight sweaters and cardigans
✔ Tunics, wraps, and layering pieces
✔ Modern menswear and unisex knits
✔ Sophisticated accessories and baby garments

📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M)
✔ Top or tee – 150–200g (938–1250m / 1026–1366yds / 5.3–7.0oz)
✔ Sweater – 250–350g (1563–2188m / 1701–2390yds / 8.8–12.3oz)
✔ Cardigan – 300–400g (1875–2500m / 2040–2726yds / 10.5–14.1oz)
✔ Scarf or wrap – 100–150g (625–938m / 683–1026yds / 3.5–5.3oz)

💡 Care Instructions
We recommend gentle hand washing in cool water. Lay flat to dry. The yarn becomes even softer with time.

📌 Color Disclaimer
Please note: 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.