IGEA Aquila 100 Merino Wool Cone Yarn · 2/48Nm · Italy

This extrafine pure merino wool yarn from IGEA's Aquila line offers natural warmth, softness, and a smooth, refined handfeel with a clean, elegant surface. Spun at an ultra-fine 2/48Nm, it is feather-light and delicate, making it especially suited to lace, fine-gauge knitwear, and pieces that call for airy, whisper-thin fabric.

The color 8632 is a soft melange purple — spun from blended tones that give it a subtle heathered depth rather than a flat, solid shade. Muted and atmospheric, it is especially suitable for timeless knitwear, delicate shawls, and minimal aesthetic designs built around a considered palette.

As an industrial surplus yarn, this cone provides consistency in spinning quality while maintaining flexibility for creative development. The fine merino brings a naturally soft, next-to-skin hand and a subtle luxury touch, with a light, graceful drape.

Yarn Specifications

• Fiber Content: 100% Extrafine Merino Wool
• Yarn Count: 2/48Nm (approx. 2400 m / 100g ≈ 2625 yd / 100g)
• Color: 8632 Melange Purple (heathered)
• Texture & Handfeel: Soft, smooth, fine, with gentle elasticity
• Structure: Ultra-fine and light, clean surface
• Origin: Italy
• Condition: Mill End / Unused Surplus Yarn (Deadstock) — visible breaks present on this cone

Recommended Uses

• Lace shawls, stoles, and airy scarves
• Fine gauge knitwear and lightweight layering pieces
• Held together with other yarns for custom weight and color blends
• Machine knitting and hand knitting
• Delicate garments and accessories requiring softness with a light drape

Important Notes

• Please note: this cone has visible yarn breaks. They are part of why it is offered as it is, and the yarn remains fully usable once the breaks are rejoined
• Additional internal breaks may not be visible from the outside of the cone
• This yarn is ultra-fine and delicate — handle gently and knit with a light hand to avoid further breaks
• For best results, swatch before production to test tension and fabric density
• Cone yarn is different from skein yarn and must always be swatched before knitting to evaluate shrinkage and gauge
• As a natural wool, gentle handling and low-heat care are recommended to preserve softness and prevent felting
• Please note that colors may vary slightly from screen to actual yarn depending on display settings
• For added strength, it can be held together with silk, nylon, or other stabilizing fibers
• Some cones may be rewound onto empty cones without original mill labels
• May have mild outer dust or storage marks
• Sold as is, without retail packaging
• Please note that cone yarn is wound in an industrial format
• Please allow approximately 5%–6% waste, which is standard for cone yarn handling
• In case of yarn breaks, pull away about 10 cm of yarn before rejoining and secure with a small cross-knot to reduce tension and avoid distortion in the knitted fabric

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Part of our curated cone yarn collection — handpicked for artisan yarn curation lovers who appreciate the rare beauty of surplus mill treasures.

⚠ Note: All yarns sold here are authentic products made by the original mills, sourced as mill ends or unused surplus from knitwear factories. We are not affiliated with or authorized by the original brands. Packaging and cone appearance may vary from official retail versions, but the product quality remains excellent. This listing is part of a sustainable effort to reuse premium industrial materials that would otherwise go to waste — perfect for makers who value both quality and conscious sourcing.