Noro Kashirukuru is a luxurious silk and cashmere blend heavy worsted weight yarn. Single ply, wand semi-solid, Kashirukuru has a slightly uneven texture that makes a beatuiful and interesting fabric. The silk gives Kashirukuru a wonderful luster, and the cashmere makes is so wonderfully soft. Wool for bounce and structure, and polyamid for strength. It's a perfect blend of fibers for a luxurious and wearable fabric. Great for accessories and sweaters - perfect next the skin.