Cantaloupe
Cantaloupe
Italian Spun · Lace · 100% Reclaimed Cashmere
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 • [Verified Reviews]
~395m • 30g • WPI 30-32
Select your quantity below. Skein weights & lengths are naturally unique due to the hand-reclamation process. All are restored from the same cashmere garment.
• 25-50g: Ideal for accessories - scarves, hats, gloves.
• 75g: Perfect for a baby knit or multiple accessories.
• 80-100g: Ideal for a wrap or lightweight garment.
• Micro, Mini & Midi (<21g): Mending, embroidery, small accents, colorwork.
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Limited release. Once gone, this rare batch cannot be restocked.
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Details
Cantaloupe · Soft, sweet melon orange.
Lace Weight · Classic twist with a luxurious halo. · Beautiful alone for delicate accessories. · Held double or triple for more substantial yet airy garments. · Paired with another fiber as an itch-free mohair alternative.
Fiber: 100% Reclaimed Cashmere
Source: Italian Spun
Lot/Color: No. 21 | Cantaloupe
Thickness: Lace (0)
WPI: 30-32
Put-Up: Hand-wound 79”/2m skein
Gauge (4”/10cm): ~28-30 it’s
Suggested Needles: 3.25mm
Care: Hand-wash | Dry flat
Why Cantaloupe?
· The softest lace yarn you've ever touched, no itchy blends or harsh spinning oils.
· 100% Italian cashmere, world-renowned for its exceptional quality and softness.
· Generous reclaimed skeins for maximum project potential with zero waste.
· Hand-reclaimed luxury yarn made in small, sustainable batches.
· One-of-a-kind subtly marled pastel orange hue. This exact color palette cannot be restocked.
· A classic twisted 2-ply with luxurious halo that deepens over time.
· Works beautifully alone or held with another yarn as an itch-free mohair alternative.
· No knots or visible joins, no more ends to weave in.
· Intentional packaging designed to be sustainable and gentle on Mother Earth.
What will you create with Cantaloupe?
· Knotted Headband (held triple) ~30-40g (375-500m) = 1 skein
· Cloud Wrap (held double) ~120-150g (1500-1875m) = 3 skeins
· Airy Tee (held double) ~180-230g (2250-2875m) = 4-5 skeins
· Use alone for delicate lacework, or double/triple for a more substantial fingering weight that’s exceptionally light and warm
· Hold with another yarn for an incredibly soft, sensitive skin-friendly mohair alternative
The Restoration Process
Every skein of Cantaloupe began as a carefully selected cashmere garment before becoming the yarn in your hands. This is some of the most resilient 100% cashmere you’ll find.
Passed through a meticulous multi-step restoration process (including sanitizing, unraveling, winding, washing & steaming) to gently revive its natural bloom, then hand-wound into a luxuriously soft skein.
It’s now ready for a new life on your needles.
Sourcing Tiers
Cantaloupe is Italian Spun, chosen for its extraordinary feel and quality.
Each sourcing tier helps you choose the perfect cashmere for your project:
· Italian Spun: The Gold Standard. Harvested from the world's most renowned luxury houses. Extraordinary buttery hand-feel and high loft. Ideal for garments worn directly against the skin.
· Scottish Heritage: The Heirloom Choice. Dense, resilient, pill-resistant. Built to improve with age and last a lifetime.
· Contemporary Luxe: Modern Excellence. Long-staple fibres, clean consistent finishing, dependable durability for everyday luxury.
· Studio Classic: Curated Quality. Unique finds chosen purely for exceptional tactile character and Lalitā quality standard approved.
· Vintage: Heritage pieces originally constructed using premium, long-staple fibers. Rare quality designed to stand the test of time.
Technical Notes & Care
Fiber: 100% Italian Reclaimed Cashmere
Source: Italian Spun
Lot/Color: No. 21 | Cantaloupe
Thickness: Lace (0)
WPI: 30-32
Put-Up: Ready-to-knit cake
Gauge (4"/10cm): ~28-30 sts
Suggested Needles: 3.25mm
Care: Hand-wash in cool water. Do not agitate when wet. Lay flat to dry. Lightly steam when dry to revive halo.
Packaging
On the journey from Lalitā’s Canadian studio to your hands, every detail of the packaging is designed to be beautiful, thoughtful, and gentle on Mother Earth. Zero-plastic, recycled and reusable, you’ll feel the intention behind every choice.
Returns & Exchanges
We make returns simple so you can shop with confidence.
Returns within 30 days of delivery for store credit. Skeins must be in original condition with tags attached. Return shipping is the buyer's responsibility. Pre-caked skeins are final sale.
