MilleFili – Pigalle | Brick Tweed
From the iconic Italian mill MilleFili, Pigalle is a luxurious laceweight tweed spun with a refined blend of wool, silk, polyamide, and viscose. It brings together lightweight structure and delicate softness, creating a yarn that feels effortless yet textured. With its painterly tweed flecks, Pigalle is perfect for understated knits with a creative soul.
Brick Tweed is a warm, earthy terracotta base infused with flecks of rust, soft pink, ochre, and ivory — a grounded yet artistic colorway that evokes sun-baked walls, artisan pottery, and rustic elegance.
🌿 Fiber Content
• 55% Wool – warm, soft, and naturally breathable
• 25% Silk – adds sheen and drape
• 10% PA – Polyamide for durability and shape retention
• 10% Viscose – enhances softness and texture
📏 Yarn Weight & Meterage
• 1500m/100g (1640yds/3.5oz)
• Laceweight with a refined tweed texture, ideal for multi-strand knitting
🧶 Recommended Needles & Techniques
• 2 strands — 2.5–3.0mm (US 1–2.5) — delicate lacework
• 3–4 strands — 3.0–5.0mm (US 3–8) — balanced density for light garments
• 5–6 strands — 5.0–7.0mm (US 8–10.5) — fuller, structured fabric
🧵 Yarn Weight Equivalents
• 2 strands — Lace
• 3–4 strands — Light Fingering
• 5–6 strands — Sport
✨ Key Features
• Expressive tweed effect – full of texture and life
• Soft drape – light yet sculptural
• Skin-friendly blend – breathable and smooth to the touch
• Enhances both simple and intricate stitches
🎨 Color – Brick Tweed
A rich terracotta tone accented with colorful flecks, Brick Tweed feels grounded, cozy, and artistic — perfect for handmade pieces with soul and warmth.
✨ Perfect for
Casual sweaters, artisan-inspired scarves, textural tops, and creative layering pieces. Pigalle | Brick Tweed brings rustic charm and refined softness to every stitch.
📏 Yardage Estimates
Based on usage with 2–6 strands held together
• Top or tee (S–M): 1200–1500m / 180–230g (1312–1640yds / 6.3–8.1oz)
• Sweater (M–L): 1800–2400m / 270–350g (1968–2625yds / 9.5–12.3oz)
• Cardigan (M–L): 2400–3000m / 350–450g (2625–3280yds / 12.3–15.8oz)
• Scarf or wrap: 700–1000m / 100–150g (765–1093yds / 3.5–5.3oz)
💡 Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cool water with a wool-safe detergent. Lay flat to dry.
📌 Color Disclaimer
While we strive to represent colors accurately, slight variations may occur due to lighting and screen settings.