Schoppel El Lino – French Tape Yarn with Shadow Painted Elegance
El Lino from Schoppel is a linen yarn with true sophistication. Spun from premium French linen and finished as a soft tape yarn, it offers both structure and luxurious drape. Enhanced with Schoppel’s elegant shadow painting, it creates projects that carry refined depth and a touch of contemporary artistry — perfect for lightweight garments and accessories.
My First Impressions
The name El Lino immediately suggests refinement, and the yarn delivers. It feels cool and smooth in the hand, with the tape structure adding softness and volume. The subtle shadow painting creates gentle tonal depth, giving each project an elegant, sophisticated finish that’s unmistakably high quality.
Quick Specs
- Composition: 100% Linen
- Length / Weight: 150m / 50g
- Yarn Weight: Sport
- Recommended Needles: 3.0 – 4.0 mm
- Tension: 22 sts × 34 rows = 10cm
- Care: Hand or machine wash up to 30˚C (wool wash cycle) with wool detergent, no softener
Knitting Experience
On the needles, El Lino works smoothly and evenly, with the tape construction providing a satisfying body while still producing fabric that drapes beautifully. The linen fibre adds natural coolness, making it ideal for summer wear. The shadow painted colours emerge subtly, adding depth without distracting from stitch patterns.
Wearing and Performance
Projects knit in El Lino have a sophisticated look and a cool, breathable feel against the skin. Linen softens with each wash and wear, developing character over time. The fabric is durable yet elegant, perfect for long-lasting summer garments and timeless accessories.
Where It Excels
- Lightweight summer tops and tunics
- Elegant wraps and scarves with subtle tonal depth
- Refined accessories with modern drape
- Home accents with a natural linen character
Yarn Highlights
- Premium French linen: Exceptional quality with natural coolness
- Soft tape construction: Adds body while enhancing drape
- Shadow painted artistry: Elegant tonal depth in every ball
- Sustainable fibre: Linen with a light ecological footprint
Value for Money
At 150m per 50g ball, El Lino provides excellent yardage for lightweight projects. Its premium French origin, sustainable cultivation, and refined finish ensure value that goes beyond numbers — offering beauty, longevity, and ecological responsibility.
Final Verdict
Schoppel El Lino combines French heritage linen with modern German craftsmanship. With its tape yarn finish, sophisticated shadow painting, and sustainable credentials, it’s the perfect choice for elegant summer knitting and timeless accessories. Sophisticatedly French, elegantly finished, beautifully refined.