Wool CEDRO - Silk

CEDRO Silke Wool by Arvier – Chainette-Effect Yarn 50g 85m

30% Wool 70% Acrylic | 50g – 85m | Original Texture Made in Italy

📋 Key features

• Composition30% Wool – 70% Acrylic
• Ball weight50 grams
• Lengthapprox. 85 metres (±5%)
• Recommended knitting needlesNo. 5.0–6.0 mm
• Recommended crochet hookNo. 5.0–6.0 mm
• WashingHand wash or delicate machine wash at 30°C
• Ideal forSweaters, scarves, winter accessories
• Approximate yield1 ball = hat, 8–10 = adult sweater

🧵 The yarn

CEDRO Silke Wool by Arvier is a wool-blend yarn made in Italy for anyone looking for warmth, softness and an original chainette-effect texture that enhances every project without the need for elaborate stitches. Its composition of 30% wool and 70% acrylic offers the right balance of natural comfort and easy care, making it perfect for winter garments for the whole family.

Each 50-gram ball contains approximately 85 metres of yarn. Its chainette structure adds visual movement and volume without weighing down your work. It can be worked with No. 5–6 mm knitting needles or crochet hooks, making it ideal for quick, satisfying projects—and suitable even for beginners who want impressive results using simple techniques.

🧬 Technical composition: why it works

The 30% wool in the blend provides natural warmth and breathability, as well as the softness typical of animal fibres, making garments cosy and comfortable against the skin. Wool regulates body temperature, retains warmth even when slightly damp, and gives the yarn the warm, inviting texture you want in winter projects.

The 70% acrylic makes the yarn more durable, easy to wash and affordable. Acrylic helps finished garments hold their shape, reduces the risk of felting during washing and keeps colours vibrant over time. This combination makes CEDRO Wool perfect for garments for children and anyone looking for a warm yarn that is practical for everyday care.

✨ The chainette effect: texture that makes a difference

The yarn’s distinctive feature is its chainette structure, a special construction that creates a visible three-dimensional texture from the very first stitch. Unlike traditional smooth yarns, the chainette effect adds movement, volume and an original look that enhances even the simplest stitches, such as stockinette stitch or single crochet.

This means you don’t need elaborate stitches or complex cables to achieve an impressive result: the texture does the work for you, naturally creating depth and visual interest. It’s the ideal choice for beginners who want to make garments that look more complex than they really are, or anyone looking for a yarn that makes even the simplest project special.

📦 Ball size and yield

Each ball weighs 50 grams and contains approximately 85 metres of yarn. One ball is enough to make a hat or a cowl, while 2–3 balls will make a long, cosy scarf. An adult size M sweater takes approximately 8–10 balls, while children’s garments require just 4–6 balls, depending on size.

Length may vary by ±5% between production batches, which is normal for artisanal yarns. For projects requiring perfect colour consistency, we recommend buying all the balls you need in the same order to ensure they come from the same dye lot.

🧶 Recommended needles and hooks

CEDRO Wool is worked with No. 5.0–6.0 mm knitting needles. This size creates a soft yet dense fabric, perfect for winter garments that need to retain warmth without feeling stiff. 5 mm needles create a more defined, structured texture, ideal for sweaters and cardigans; 6 mm needles produce a softer, more draped fabric, perfect for scarves and shawls.

For crochet, the same 5–6 mm sizes are recommended. The yarn’s chainette structure makes every stitch clearly visible and well defined, enhancing both single and double crochet. Thanks to the yarn’s natural texture, even basic stitches look interesting and striking, making this yarn perfect for crochet beginners.

✨ Why choose CEDRO Wool

If you’re looking for yarn that combines warmth, practicality and an original look, CEDRO Wool offers the perfect middle ground between 100% natural yarns (beautiful but delicate) and synthetic yarns (practical but less warm). This blend gives you the best of both worlds: wool’s softness and warmth, and acrylic’s durability and easy care.

The chainette-effect texture is what really stands out when you wear or give someone a garment made with this yarn: it adds volume without weight, movement without complexity, and originality without effort. It’s perfect for anyone who wants distinctive yet versatile garments that are easy to style, suitable for everyday wear as well as special occasions.

🎨 What you can make

CEDRO Wool is versatile and ideal for a wide range of winter projects: warm, cosy sweaters for adults and children; long, soft scarves; textured hats and beanies; quick-to-make cowls and neck warmers; cardigans and vests for transitional seasons; and lightweight indoor throws for the sofa.

👩‍🎨 Who it’s for

This yarn is perfect for beginners because its chainette texture enhances even the simplest stitches, hides minor imperfections and creates impressive results without advanced techniques. It works up quickly with medium-to-large knitting needles or crochet hooks, making every project rewarding and fast to complete.

It’s a favourite among crafters looking for original yarns for creative projects, mothers and grandmothers making garments for children (thanks to its easy-care properties), artisans selling on Etsy or at handmade markets who want a Made in Italy product with good value for money, and anyone who loves giving handmade creations that stand out for their texture and colour.

🧼 Care and maintenance

• WashingHand wash or delicate machine wash, max. 30°C
• BleachingDo not bleach
• Spin cycleDo not spin
• DryingDry flat away from heat sources
• IroningIron at a low temperature if necessary
• StorageStore in a dry place away from direct light

📌 Important note

📊 Technical specifications