{"product_id":"sirdar-cashmere-merino-silk-dk","title":"Sirdar Cashmere Merino Silk DK","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThere are baby yarns, and then there are yarns that feel genuinely special the moment you pick them up. Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk DK sits firmly in the second category. Formerly sold as Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK — a yarn with a devoted following among baby knitters — it has since joined the Sirdar Snuggly family, bringing the same exceptional fibre blend to one of Britain's most trusted baby yarn brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe composition is the whole story here. A blend of 75% extra fine merino wool, 20% silk, and 5% Himalayan cashmere, each fibre earns its place. The extra fine merino provides softness, warmth, and structure. The silk adds a subtle sheen and a smooth, fluid quality that makes the yarn a genuine pleasure to knit. The cashmere — even at just 5% — lifts the whole blend into something noticeably different, contributing an unmatched softness against the skin that makes it ideal for garments worn next to a newborn's delicate complexion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eDespite its luxurious fibre content, Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk DK is machine washable on a gentle wool cycle at 30°C — an essential practical consideration for anything made for a baby. The stitch definition is excellent, making it well suited to textured patterns, colourwork, and the kind of fine detailing that turns a handknitted baby garment into something truly heirloom quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe colour palette takes its cues from fairy tales — classic baby pastels alongside richer, more contemporary baby shades that feel fresh and modern without losing the timeless quality that makes hand knitted baby gifts so special.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFibre content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75% Extra Fine Merino Wool, 20% Silk, 5% Cashmere \u003cstrong\u003eBall weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50g \u003cstrong\u003eMeterage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 116m per ball \u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e DK \u003cstrong\u003eRecommended needle size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4mm (UK 8 \/ US 6) \u003cstrong\u003eTension:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 stitches to 10cm in stocking stitch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sirdar Snuggly Cashmere Merino Silk the same as Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. This yarn was formerly produced and sold under the Sublime Yarns brand as Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK. The range has since moved to Sirdar's Snuggly family, retaining the same fibre blend and quality. If you knitted with Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk, this is the same yarn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe for newborn skin?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. The extra fine merino, silk, and cashmere blend is exceptionally soft and gentle, making it suitable for garments worn directly against a newborn's skin. It is free from the scratchiness associated with standard wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be machine washed?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — on a gentle wool cycle at a maximum of 30°C. This is a significant practical advantage for a luxury baby yarn, making finished garments genuinely easy to care for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat projects is it best suited to?\u003c\/strong\u003e Baby garments of all kinds — cardigans, jumpers, hats, bootees, and blankets. The crisp stitch definition makes it particularly rewarding for textured stitch patterns, lace, and colourwork. It is also well suited to making heirloom-quality items intended to be kept and passed on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow much yarn do I need for a baby garment?\u003c\/strong\u003e This will depend on the pattern and the size being knitted, but as a general guide a simple newborn cardigan typically requires two to three balls, and a baby blanket four to six balls or more. Always check your pattern's yarn requirements before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"list flex flex-wrap pl2 mv0\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/composition-9de42798422be98bdc50451bfd3d0113abb330b3583b065f8108d2f38adfba6d.svg\"\u003eComposition. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003e75% Merino Wool 20% Silk 5% Cashmere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/tension-3c486910f24172b86f6dd7be52d1835268b1341b21835ea1eca731e512e27bdc.svg\"\u003eTension. \u003c\/span\u003e22 stitches x 28 rows to 10cm \/ 4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/ball_weight-2369429c0a2cf890aac04d11af51114a40ff4dc2d97c7a1e8b1c30c3d7e2d61f.svg\"\u003eBall Weight. \u003c\/span\u003e50g In accordance with BS984\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/yarn_weight-2369429c0a2cf890aac04d11af51114a40ff4dc2d97c7a1e8b1c30c3d7e2d61f.svg\"\u003eYarn Weight. \u003c\/span\u003eDouble Knitting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/yarn_length-acdb4f44e465ffdfa969daf564e71453618de1aa58a0c7338cd68b38ba5475d9.svg\" width=\"36\" height=\"36\"\u003eYarn Length\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"mv1 f6\"\u003e130 metres (142 yards) approx\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/needle_size-b2a86382097f6173d568072328de5078e18629db7e79d809f9027a6131a6c55c.svg\"\u003eKnitting Needle Size \u003c\/span\u003e4 mm (USA 6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/crochet_hook_size-96186dd18e05ef0698399a03d4692d45fdc98ef28a1da864662fe9d409bfa512.svg\"\u003e Crochet Hook Size \u003c\/span\u003e4 mm (USA G\/6)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"flex fl w-100 w-50-l pa2 mt2 mb4\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"mh4 w2\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/d3o7ziktawvriq.cloudfront.net\/assets\/icons\/sirdar\/product_props\/washing_instructions-181ecc0d53c669478c61cfa2ca8771c09bc96f456ac5d1c5161ef89c60b4264e.svg\"\u003eWashing Instructions. \u003c\/span\u003e40 Machine Wash \/ Wool Cycle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Sirdar","offers":[{"title":"Piglet","offer_id":56706798846327,"sku":"F045-0300","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Mother Goose","offer_id":56706798879095,"sku":"F045-0301","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Snow Queen","offer_id":56706798911863,"sku":"F045-0302","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Enchanted Castle","offer_id":56706798944631,"sku":"F045-0303","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Prince Charming","offer_id":56706798977399,"sku":"F045-0304","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pied Piper","offer_id":56706799010167,"sku":"F045-0305","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Silvery Moon","offer_id":56706799042935,"sku":"F045-0306","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"Pixie Dust","offer_id":56706799075703,"sku":"F045-0307","price":7.1,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0076\/2288\/5428\/files\/F045-0300_Little_Piglet.jpg?v=1770732155","url":"https:\/\/craftandcanvas.live\/products\/sirdar-cashmere-merino-silk-dk","provider":"Craft and Canvas","version":"1.0","type":"link"}