Is Temu’s “100% Cashmere” Yarn Too Good to Be True? I’m going to burn it to find out!

When I saw Temu claiming to sell 100% cashmere yarn at an unbelievably low price, I had to find out if it was legit. After all, cashmere is known for its luxury and high cost. So, is this yarn the real deal? To uncover the truth, I brought fire into the equation—yes, I did a burn test! Plus, I’m revealing a brand-new free pattern that will be out shortly so be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss it. Jump to the bottom to watch the full video review and pattern reveal.

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What’s Inside the Box?

In my recent Temu haul, I came across this “cashmere” yarn, which caught my eye not just for its label but for its price. The package, that cost me about $18 total, included:

• Six balls of yarn (each 50g)
• Spools of a matching fine thread
• Spools of a matching ultra-fine elastic thread

While the packaging was sparse on details—no yardage or specific weight info—I estimated it to be DK weight. Using my trusty yardage counter, I discovered each ball has approximately 315 meters (350 yards), totaling over 2,000 yards for the whole package. Even if this wasn’t real cashmere, the price for that much yardage of super soft yarn was not bad!

Generous yardage aside, the extra threads were a mystery to me. However, a helpful commenter on my haul video pointed out they’re designed to add structure to projects when run along with it.

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Swatching the Yarn

To test the threads’ impact, I created the two swatches you see above.:

1. Without thread – The fabric was soft but floppy, you can see some of the backdrop peeking through the stitches.
2. With the fine thread – The swatch had better structure and a polished appearance.

I would definitely recommend using the included thread with any project you may be planning. You can also see the swatches better in the video below.

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The Burn Test: Is It Real Cashmere?

This is where things get fiery—literally. Burn tests are a common way to identify fiber content. Depending on the characteristics of how the yarn burns, you can better tell what the fiber is made up of. (PSA: Don’t try this at home without safety precautions in place)

• Cashmere: Burns slowly with a hair-like odor, leaving soft ash.
• Wool: Self-extinguishing flame and leaves bead like ash behind.
• Cotton: Burns quickly, smells like paper, and leaves fluffy gray ash.
• Synthetic fibers (e.g., acrylic): Burn with a sweet smell, form hard beads, and often melts.

When I burned the Temu yarn (you can watch the actual test in the video below):

• It burned quickly with a yellow flame.
• The smell was sweet.
• The residue was gritty with a yellow, shiny bead-like texture.

While this is clearly not 100% cashmere—and likely contains synthetic fibers—it’s possible that some natural fibers are present as well. Most likely, this yarn is a blend with a small percentage of cashmere, similar to many other products labeled as ‘cashmere,’ which often contain only around 10% of the fiber.

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Final Verdict

While it’s not 100% cashmere, this yarn still impresses for the price. It’s:

• Soft and comfortable to work with.
• Generously yarded with no knots in the balls I used.
• Affordable with great color options.

That said, the false advertising drops my rating to 4.5 out of 5. Had they been upfront about the fiber content, this would’ve been an easy 5 just on the yardage and quality alone.

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Free Pattern Reveal: Grotto Lace Edge Shawl/Scarf

Now for the fun part! I used this yarn to create the Grotto Lace Edge Shawl/Scarf, a short and wide scarf perfect for bundling up without extra bulk under your jacket. The design features a simple lace edge repeat for a touch of elegance.

The free pattern and video tutorial will be available soon on my website, so make sure you’re subscribed to stay updated for when it is released!

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Would You Try It?

What are your thoughts on this yarn? Would you give it a go despite the questionable cashmere claim? Let me know in the comments! If you want to try it yourself, you can pick some up with a 30% discount if you use the code: afl48407 at this link.

And don’t forget to watch the full review video below for a deeper dive into the burn test, swatches, and my new free pattern.

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