MIRÒ Wool - Silke

MIRÒ Wool – Silke | Shiny Yarn with Lurex for Elegant and Modern Garments

Silke's MIRÒ Wool is a soft, airy, and luminous blend of Italian-made yarn, ideal for creating contemporary garments and accessories. Thanks to the combination of wool , alpaca , and technical fibers with metallic polyester (lurex) , it offers warmth, lightness, and a refined sheen that makes every project elegant and modern.

Main characteristics of MIRÒ wool

• Composition: 10% wool – 5% alpaca – 20% polyamide – 21% metallic polyester – 44% acrylic
• Format: 50 g ≈ 125 meters
• Structure: soft, fluffy and smooth yarn
• Recommended needles: 5.5 – 6 mm
• Recommended crochet hook: 5.5 – 6 mm
• Origin: Made in Italy – Silke collection

Why choose MIRÒ Wool?

• Elegant shiny effect: lurex is almost imperceptible to the touch but gives off a discreet and refined light.
• Superior comfort: warm, light and soft, pleasant on the skin.
• Easy care: dries quickly and can be washed on delicate cycles.
• Excellent workability: it glides well on the knitting needles and crochet hook, suitable even for those who are not experts.
• Italian quality: yarn designed for the autumn/winter season, with attention to performance and style.

Ideal projects with MIRÒ Wool

• Warm and bright hats and neck warmers for winter.
• Refined scarves and stoles for elegant and contemporary looks.
• Modern and bright sweaters and cardigans for every occasion.
• Accessories and fashion details with a touch of sparkle (edges, inserts, cuffs, collars).

Tips for working with MIRÒ Wool

• Approximate quantity: 2 balls for a hat and/or neck warmer, 4 balls for a scarf, 7–8 balls for a size 42 sweater.
• Work with 5.5–6mm needles or crochet hook for a soft, airy fabric.
• Choose simple stitches (stocking stitch, garter stitch, half crochet stitch) to enhance the yarn's shine.
• For garments worn next to the skin, you can pair it with a thin wool or cotton thread to increase comfort and structure.
• Ideal for projects that require lightness, warmth and a touch of light .

Technical specifications

Silke's MIRÒ Wool is the perfect choice for those seeking a lustrous, modern, and comfortable yarn. It combines the warmth of wool and alpaca with the durability of technical fibers and the sheen of lurex, offering an elegant and contemporary finish. Ideal for hats, scarves, sweaters, and fashion accessories, it allows you to create eye-catching garments while maintaining softness and practicality.

Video tutorial

Watch the video to discover tips, inspiration, and ideas on how to best work with MIRÒ Wool:

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1) Does MIRÒ Wool sting on the skin?
No, its balanced composition and soft texture make the yarn pleasant to wear. For very sensitive skin, you can pair it with a smooth wool or cotton thread.

2) How many balls of yarn do you need for a size 42 women's sweater?
For a size 42 sweater, we recommend approximately 7–8 balls of MIRÒ wool, depending on the model and the type of stitch used.

3) Is MIRÒ Wool also suitable for beginners?
Yes, it's easy to work with: it glides well on both needles and crochet hooks and allows you to achieve beautiful results even with simple stitches, so it's also suitable for beginners.

4) Can I machine wash garments made with this yarn?
Yes, you can machine wash your garments using a delicate or wool cycle , with no spin cycle or a very light spin cycle, and leaving the garment to dry flat.

5) Is this yarn suitable only for parties or also for everyday use?
The sheen of lurex is elegant yet discreet: MIRÒ Wool is perfect for both everyday garments and more sophisticated accessories to wear on special occasions.

6) Which projects are best suited to MIRÒ wool?
It is ideal for hats, neck warmers, scarves, stoles, sweaters and cardigans , as well as small accessories such as cuffs, collars, decorative inserts and shiny details on basic garments.