{"product_id":"dragonfruit-lace-weight-mulberry-silk-rainflower-lace","title":"Dragonfruit - lace weight Mulberry silk - Rainflower lace","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eDragonfruit is a vivid magenta shade inspired by the brightness of its namesake fruit. Rich and bold, yet softened by gentle undertones, this colour carries a lively energy without being overwhelming. It brings to mind warm summer days, tropical fruit, and a sense of playful abundance. On the skein, the tones shift with depth and light, creating movement and character that will translate beautifully into your finished piece. Whether used for a statement garment or paired with other shades for contrast, Dragonfruit adds a touch of vibrancy that is both striking and harmonious, perfect for creative, colourful making.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis yarn is discontinued and so is being offered at a discount.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRainflower – 2 Ply Mulberry Silk Filament Yarn\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRainflower is a fine lace-weight yarn made from 100% mulberry silk filament, offering a beautiful lustre, a smooth finish and the fluid drape that makes silk such a pleasure to work with. Constructed from eight filament strands, this yarn has a continuous filament structure that gives it a sleek appearance and allows the natural sheen of the silk to shine through.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith 750 metres per 100g skein, Rainflower is an excellent choice for projects that call for fine yarn and generous meterage. It is particularly suited to lace shawls, lightweight wraps, fine scarves and intricate knitted or crocheted accessories. The smooth silk surface highlights stitch patterns beautifully, while its natural drape allows finished pieces to fall gracefully.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRainflower is also worth considering for lightweight summer garments and layering pieces, where the fluid qualities of silk can be put to good use. Whether worked into an open lace pattern or a simple fabric, it offers a lovely way to showcase the natural lustre of mulberry silk.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis yarn is no longer available so I am offering it at a discount. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYarn Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFibre composition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100% mulberry silk filament\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYarn weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 ply \/ lace weight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Eight filament strands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSkein weight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 100g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 750 metres\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Needles, Hooks and Gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnitting needles:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start with 2.0–3.5mm needles, adjusting to suit your pattern and desired fabric.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrochet hooks:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Start with 1.5–2.5mm hooks, depending on your project and tension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical gauge:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e As a starting point, approximately 28–36 stitches per 10cm in stocking stitch. 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