G&G Filati – Sparkling Graphite | Charcoal with Pailettes

Luxury Italian yarn crafted from 100% premium cotton, Sparkling Graphite is enhanced with delicate pailettes, creating a refined sparkle that brings elegance to any project. The cotton's natural breathability, combined with a soft winter-ready texture, makes this yarn a perfect choice for elegant and comfortable garments.

🌿 Fiber Content
✔ 100% Cotton (CO) – breathable, durable, and soft, with an elegant winter texture

⚖️ Yarn Weight & Meterage
✔ 250m/100g (273yds/3.5oz)

🧶 Needles, Hooks & Strand Options
✔ 1 strand – 2.5–3.5mm / US 2–4
✔ Use 2 strands for added structure and coverage
✔ Suitable for hand and machine knitting

🔸 Yarn Weight Equivalents
✔ 1 strand – Light Sport
✔ 2 strands – Worsted

🪢 Weaving Yarn Standard
✔ Decorative Weaving Yarn – NM 2.5 / Tex 400 / YPP 1250

📌 Weaving Disclaimer
Please note: Weaving results may vary depending on loom settings, tension, and technique. We recommend testing a small sample before starting a project.

✨ Key Features
✔ Premium cotton – soft, breathable, and naturally comfortable
✔ Delicate shimmer – pailettes add refined sparkle without overpowering
✔ Soft yet structured – versatile for multiple seasons
✔ Elegant texture – ideal for garments that drape or hold shape

🎨 Color Description
Sparkling Graphite – a deep, sophisticated charcoal gray with shimmering highlights. Pailettes catch the light softly, creating a fabric full of understated glamour and movement.

👕 Perfect For
✔ Elegant summer evening garments
✔ Breezy openwork shawls
✔ Lightweight tops and sweaters
✔ Delicate cardigans and accessories that catch the moonlight

📏 Yardage Estimates (for sizes S–M)
✔ Top or tee – 150–200g (600–800m / 656–875yds / 5.3–7.0oz)
✔ Sweater – 225–300g (900–1200m / 984–1312yds / 7.9–10.5oz)
✔ Cardigan – 275–350g (1100–1400m / 1203–1531yds / 9.7–12.3oz)
✔ Scarf or wrap – 100–150g (400–600m / 437–656yds / 3.5–5.2oz)

💡 Care Instructions
Hand wash gently in cool water with mild detergent. Lay flat to dry. Avoid wringing or excessive heat to preserve structure and sparkle.

📌 Color Disclaimer
While we strive to represent colors accurately, slight variations may occur 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.