A rare luxury merino with cashmere-like softness ✨ – SUPERGEELONG by Zegna Baruffa is a premium lace-weight yarn made from 100% extrafine merino wool. Initially dry to the touch, it transforms after washing, blooming into an airy, soft fabric with a subtle hollow structure and exceptional drape. Recognized as one of the finest merinos in the world, it offers unmatched elegance and comfort.

▣ Product Specifications:
• Manufacturer: ZEGNA BARUFFA, Italy
• Article: SUPERGEELONG
• Fiber Content: 100% Merino Wool
• Yarn Weight: Lace
• Yardage: 750 meters / 100g (820 yards / 3.52 oz)
• Texture: Zegna Baruffa is an Italian manufacturer renowned worldwide for producing some of the finest yarns. SuperGelong represents one of their highest-quality merino wools. This is a combed yarn with a dry handfeel when touched, yet after washing, it blooms beautifully, developing a cashmere-like softness with a subtle loft. Considered one of the best merinos in the world, it offers exceptional performance and luxurious comfort.
• Origin: Made in Italy

➤ Why Knitters Love This Yarn
• Supreme-quality merino with cashmere-like finish
• Light, airy, and incredibly soft after blocking
• Perfect stitch definition with elegant drape
• Luxury feel for heirloom and designer garments
• Easy to blend with other fine yarns

▣ This yarn is unique with its thickness of 750 meters per 100 grams, making it ideal to knit starting with two strands held together. This feature makes it extremely convenient both for beginner knitters and for machine knitting.

▣ Recommended Needles/Hooks:
• Knitting with 2 strands: 2.75–3.5 mm (US 2–4)
• Knitting with 1 strand: 2.0–2.5 mm (US 0–1.5) – for open lace only
• Crochet with 1 strand: 2.0–3.0 mm
• Best results are achieved by holding two or more strands together for garments.

➤ Recommended Yarn Usage:
For knitting (2 strands held together):
• Short-sleeved top: 200–300g (1500–2250 m / 1640–2460 yd)
• Sweater or cardigan: 400–600g (3000–4500 m / 3280–4920 yd)
• Shawl or wrap: 150–200g (1125–1500 m / 1230–1640 yd)
• Baby garments: 100–150g (750–1125 m / 820–1230 yd)
• Accessories: 50–100g (375–750 m / 410–820 yd)

For crochet (single strand):
• One strand is suitable for openwork or lace motifs.

▣ Gauge & Behavior Notes
Lightweight, soft, and airy after washing. Initially dry but blooms into a luxurious cashmere-like texture.
Recommended gauge (with 2 strands): 28–32 sts = 10 cm / 4" on 2.75–3.5 mm (US 2–4) needles. Not recommended for single-thread knitting unless used for lace designs.

➤ Working with Multiple Strands
• Recommended to hold 2 or more strands for structure and warmth
• Combines beautifully with silk or mohair for added depth
• Single strand works for lace knitting or crochet projects

▣ Project Ideas
Ideal for lace shawls, baby knits, fine sweaters, cardigans, lightweight wraps, and sophisticated layering garments.

⫯ Weaving Suitability
• Excellent as weft in fine handwoven fabrics
• Adds a smooth, soft touch with gentle loft
• Not recommended as warp without reinforcement

▣ Blending Possibilities
• Pair with silk or mohair for halo and depth
• Mix with linen or cotton for breathable summer knits
• Great for marl or gradient effects with multiple strands

▣ Care Instructions
• Hand wash gently in cold water with mild detergent
• Do not wring or twist
• Lay flat to dry out of direct sunlight