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Artyarns Ensemble Light
Artyarns Ensemble Light is a delectable combination of smooth silk and soft cashmere with a slight twist. The silk and cashmere strands take the dye differently and create a two toned yarn. Your finished product will have a slightly variegated look with the shimmer of silk. Made in USA.
Note: though the recommended gauge is 5 sts = 1", Ensemble Light is a 2-ply DK weight. Please be sure to swatch before beginning your project.
- Content:
- 50% Silk/50% Cashmere
- Care:
- Dry Clean
- Weight/Yardage:
- 80g/400yds
- Gauge:
- 5 sts = 1" on US 6
- Knitting Weight:
- DK
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by PowerReviews(based on 10 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
89%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Soft (10)
- Nice texture (8)
- Good weight (6)
- Dyed evenly (5)
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves (7)
- Sweaters (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (6)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
Most Liked Positive Review
beautiful yarn
I'm making a sweater. Just did the swatch, using the recommended size US6 (4mm) needle, I had 24sts by 34 rows in 10cm x 10cm. The fabric was very loose. Re-did with...Read complete review
I'm making a sweater. Just did the swatch, using the recommended size US6 (4mm) needle, I had 24sts by 34 rows in 10cm x 10cm. The fabric was very loose. Re-did with US 4 (3.25mm) the fabric was much better and got 32sts x 40 rows.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Light is Right
I have bought yarn from this source for many years. I have always found the product descriptions accurate, so when I noted this product was labeled 'worsted,' I bought it without hesitation. ...Read complete review
I have bought yarn from this source for many years. I have always found the product descriptions accurate, so when I noted this product was labeled 'worsted,' I bought it without hesitation. When it arrived, I was shocked. It is fingerling weight--not even sock weight!. So if you think you're getting a product like Cascade 220 worsted, be warned, you are not.
However, I will say that the yarn is baby soft, beautifully colored. I applaud Webs customer service who without hesitation agreed to take the yarn back and credit my card. Webs always makes things right.
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Pros
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Hats
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
I have made three gift Wavy Warmers and they are beautiful and so soft. Easy pattern and the yarn looks beautiful with the cable design.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
Glorious color (cherry), glorious texture, can't wait to see the finished product!
Service and delivery comments:
As always, problem-free transaction.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
I'm making a sweater. Just did the swatch, using the recommended size US6 (4mm) needle, I had 24sts by 34 rows in 10cm x 10cm. The fabric was very loose. Re-did with US 4 (3.25mm) the fabric was much better and got 32sts x 40 rows.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Fine Weight
- Luxurious
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Delicate
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
Super-soft, this yarn does not do well with a lot of handling. It gets fuzzy. One thin strand of silk and one of cashmere, it can be doubled for a more substantial weight. A generous gift from my spouse.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Socks
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
This is a beautiful product; however, it is not a worsted weight yarn. I was shocked when it arrived. It is thread-like. However, I have conbined it with another, heavier yarn, and it crocheted up beautifully. I tried crocheting with it solo-a frustrating experience!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Nice Texture
- Soft
- Soft Beautiful Colors
Cons
- Not Really Worsted
Best Uses
- Socks
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
I have bought yarn from this source for many years. I have always found the product descriptions accurate, so when I noted this product was labeled 'worsted,' I bought it without hesitation. When it arrived, I was shocked. It is fingerling weight--not even sock weight!. So if you think you're getting a product like Cascade 220 worsted, be warned, you are not.
However, I will say that the yarn is baby soft, beautifully colored. I applaud Webs customer service who without hesitation agreed to take the yarn back and credit my card. Webs always makes things right.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Dyed Evenly
- Good Weight
- Knits Quickly
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Scarves
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
I was concerned about working with the strand of silk and cashmere which are not plied. I had no difficulty, thankfully. Easy to knit.
Service and delivery comments:
Very good service from Webs. Highly recommend their yarns.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Drapes well
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
- Slow To Start With
Best Uses
- Scarves
- Sweaters
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
I found it a bit inelastic after the wool I was knitting with previously but once I chose the right needles (addi turbo for the welts & wooden cubics for the body) I just loved knitting with it. I'm going to use just over 2 hanks for a sweater so it's not really expensive. Worth the money. A beautiful drape and sheen and so soft to wear.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
- Recommended:
- addi turbo, knitters pride cubics
Pros
- Color is brilliant
- Dyed Evenly
- Easy To Fix
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Requires attention
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Lace shawl
- Scarves
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
I used this in a knitalong which called for this yarn, It was my first time using it, and I will keep a hank in my stash for the future. Yummy time knitting, even though I have to pay attention to the stitch. The product is so worth it!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Good Weight
- Nice Texture
- Soft
Cons
Best Uses
- Sweaters
Comments about Artyarns Ensemble Light:
Beautiful luxury yarn, great color. Will use for tee.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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