Zen

Zen

About Zen

Zen from Lang Yarns is a luxurious yarn, composed of 35% superfine merino wool, 35% suri alpaca, and 30% silk. This exclusive blend gives the yarn an incredible softness and a beautiful, natural shine, making it perfect for both elegant and comfortable projects. The yarn is a good substitute for mohair, as it sheds less than mohair, ensuring your creations maintain their beautiful appearance longer. With a yardage of approximately 200 meters per 25 grams, Zen is ideal for both clothing and accessories that require a luxurious and durable yarn.

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Lang Yarns Zen – A child-friendly and luxurious alternative to mohair

Lang Yarns Zen is the perfect choice for those seeking a soft yarn that doesn't itch and works as an excellent alternative to mohair. This unique yarn combines luxury and functionality, making it ideal for both adults and children. Zen offers the lightness, softness, and shine that many love about silk mohair, but without the challenges that can arise with itchy fibers and lint.

Composition and properties

Lang Yarns Zen is made from:

  • 35% superfine merino wool: A softer wool that doesn't itch, adding warmth and elasticity.

  • 35% suri alpaca: Contributes a smooth and luxurious texture and less lint than regular alpaca.

  • 30% silk: Adds a natural shine and makes the yarn extra durable.


This unique composition makes Zen a yarn that feels gentle against the skin and is perfect for projects where comfort and aesthetics are important.

Why choose Zen as an alternative to mohair?

  • Alternative to mohair lace weight: Zen offers the same airy and fluffy look as mohair but is gentler against the skin and easier to work with.

  • Soft yarn that doesn't itch: Zen yarn is made from an exquisite blend of 35% superfine merino wool, 35% suri alpaca, and 30% silk. This combination ensures that the yarn is very soft and comfortable against the skin, making it ideal for both children and adults with sensitive skin.

  • Less linting: One of the significant advantages of Zen yarn is that it sheds less than mohair. This means your knitting projects will maintain their beautiful appearance for a longer time without wearing out, providing higher durability and easier maintenance for the finished products.

  • Child-friendly: The yarn's smooth surface and soft structure make it suitable for babies and children, where delicate skin requires extra care.

  • Elegant shine: Zen yarn has a natural shine and an elegant look thanks to the silk component. This makes it ideal for projects where you want a sophisticated and luxurious finish while maintaining an airy and light structure.


Technical specifications

  • Yardage: 200 m / 25 g

  • Recommended needle size: 3.0 - 3.5 mm

  • Gauge: 25 stitches = 10 cm

  • Care: Gentle hand wash


What can you knit with Lang Yarns Zen?


Zen is perfect for projects requiring a light and luxurious look:

  • Sweaters and cardigans: Create soft, shiny sweaters for both children and adults.

  • Baby clothes and blankets: An obvious choice for delicate baby projects that require a soft yarn that doesn't itch.

  • Accessories: Shawls, scarves, and hats that feel light and luxurious.

  • Layering effects: Use Zen as an alternative to mohair lace weight to add structure and depth to your knitting projects.



3 projects you can knit with Zen:

Summary

Lang Yarns Zen is the obvious choice for those who want a soft, luxurious, and child-friendly alternative to mohair. With its composition of superfine merino wool, suri alpaca, and silk, Zen combines aesthetics and comfort in a way that makes it perfect for projects like sweaters, accessories, and baby clothes.

If you are looking for a silk mohair that doesn't itch, or a soft yarn that doesn't shed, Lang Yarns Zen is the ideal choice for your next creative adventures. Give your projects an exclusive expression without compromising on comfort.

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