CASHWOOL by Zegna Baruffa is iconic Italian extrafine merino — perfectly spun for a clean, refined fabric with beautiful stitch definition. It blooms and softens after washing and blocking, and it’s famous for that polished “designer knitwear” look. This is a true building yarn: hold it in multiple strands to create the exact thickness and drape you want.

▣ Product Specifications
• Manufacturer: Zegna Baruffa, Italy
• Article: Cashwool
• Fiber Content: 100% Extrafine Merino Wool
• Yarn Category: Lace / Ultra-Fine
• Yarn Count: 2/25, 2/28, 2/30, 2/48
• Yardage: VARIABLE, LISTED NEXT TO EACH COLOR  - from 1250m/100g (1367y/3.52oz) to  2400m/100g (2624y/3.52 =oz)
• Formats: Balls (BY DEFAULT) or Cones (PLEASE PURCHASE)
• Origin: Made in Italy

⚑ Why This Yarn Is Special
• Iconic extrafine merino with a smooth, even spin and luxury finish
• Excellent stitch definition for clean stockinette, ribbing, and texture
• Blooms and softens beautifully after washing and blocking
• Perfect “base yarn” for multi-strand knitting and premium layering pieces

⌁ Texture & Feel
• Smooth, refined hand on the cone/ball
• Softens and blooms after finishing
• In my experience, it sits beautifully in the middle: not as dry/crisp as Supergelong, yet not as silky as Harmony — an exceptional merino with a perfectly balanced feel

➤ Important: How to Knit This Extra-Fine Yarn
• Single strand is not recommended (extra-fine yarn).
• For a comfortable, wearable thickness around 300 m / 100 g, hold multiple strands. 

   Guideline for 1500m/100g (1640y/3.52oz) weight:
• 4 strands: ~375 m / 100 g (lighter, airy fabric)
• 5 strands: ~300 m / 100 g (ideal comfortable thickness)
• 6 strands: ~250 m / 100 g (warmer, denser fabric)
• Swatching is strongly recommended to match your desired fabric and drape

➤ Recommended Uses (Guideline for 1500m/100g (1640y/3.52oz) weight)
• Sweaters, cardigans, vests, and tops (held 4–6 strands)
• Scarves, shawls, and wraps (held 3–5 strands depending on openness)
• Hats and accessories with a clean, elevated look
• Also excellent as a companion/base strand to add merino softness to blends

➤ Recommended Needles (Guideline for 1500m/100g (1640y/3.52oz) weight)
• 4 strands: approx. 3.0–4.0 mm
• 5 strands: approx. 3.5–4.5 mm
• 6 strands: approx. 4.0–5.0 mm
• Always swatch — finishing changes the hand and final gauge

➤ Approximate Yarn Usage
• Hat: 80–150 g 
• Scarf: 150–280 g 
• Sweater: 300–650 g
• Cardigan: 350–750 g 

➤ Weaving Suitability
• Suitable for weaving with proper tension (especially for lightweight, refined cloth)
• For a stable fabric, consider using multiple ends together (similar to holding strands for knitting)
• Sample first: adjust sett and tension to achieve your preferred drape and opacity
• Wet-finish to reveal the final softness and bloom

⟳ Care Instructions
• Hand wash cold with gentle wool detergent
• Do not wring
• Lay flat to dry
• Block gently to reveal softness and bloom