The price is per gram. Minimum order: 50g.
Biagioli Modesto – Nuovo | Frosted Black
Nuovo by Biagioli Modesto is a rare and elegant Italian yarn that blends luxurious cashmere, fine virgin wool, silk, viscose, and a touch of camel hair into an ultra-fine fiber with matte sheen and graceful drape. Designed for multi-strand use, it offers warmth without weight, perfect for refined layering and detailed stitchwork. The Frosted Black shade adds quiet drama — deep and smoky with a frosty softness.
🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 30% Cashmere (WS) – supreme softness and warmth
✔ 22% Fine Virgin Wool (WV) – structure and resilience
✔ 17% Wool (WO) – elasticity and strength
✔ 5% Silk (SE) – subtle sheen and luxurious texture
✔ 4% Camel Hair (WK) – rustic softness and light insulation
✔ 20% Viscose (VI) – breathable, smooth drape
✔ 2% Cotton (CO) – natural lightness and gentle feel
⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 1200m/100g (1312yds/3.5oz) – ultra-fine yarn for multi-strand hand or machine knitting
✔ Matte finish with soft halo and airy construction
🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 3 strands – 2.0–2.5mm (US 0–1.5) – for delicate, airy fabric
✔ 4 strands – 2.5–3.0mm (US 1.5–2.5) – for light layering garments
✔ 5–6 strands – 3.5–4.0mm (US 4–6) – for soft structure and warmth
🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 3 strands – Light Fingering
✔ 4 strands – Sport
✔ 5–6 strands – DK
🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Ultra-Fine Weaving Yarn – NM 12 / Tex 83 / YPP 1090
📌 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
✔ Feather-light yet insulating – perfect for year-round layering
✔ Soft matte sheen – elegant and subtle
✔ Excellent stitch definition – ideal for lace and minimalist textures
✔ Breathable and gentle on skin
🎨 Color Description
Frosted Black – a deep charcoal black softened with a muted icy cast. Subtle and modern, this shade evokes frost-covered stone and winter dusk — ideal for garments with understated elegance.
👕 Perfect For
Light sweaters, fine cardigans, featherweight scarves, and elegant wraps
📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M, using 3–6 strands)
• Top or tee: 150–200g (800–1000m / 874–1094yds / 5.3–7.1oz)
• Sweater: 230–300g (1200–1500m / 1312–1640yds / 8.1–10.6oz)
• Cardigan: 270–350g (1500–1800m / 1640–1969yds / 9.5–12.3oz)
• Scarf or wrap: 100–140g (500–700m / 547–765yds / 3.5–5oz)
💡 Care Instructions
We recommend gentle hand washing in cool water with mild 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.