MERINO 120 COLOUR
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Worsted / Aran
3.5-4.5mm
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• Complex self-patterning done very well

• Luxurious softness when knitting

• Machine washable

Knitting with MERINO 120 COLOUR

by
James McIntosh

MERINO 120 COLOUR (a review)

If yarn could perform magic tricks, MERINO 120 COLOUR would be pulling bunnies out of hats all day long. You cast on with a single ball and—Voila!—out comes knitting that looks like you’ve been secretly swotting up on intricate colour-work charts for weeks. In reality, all you’ve done is knit the same easy stitches you always do, while the yarn does all the hard work behind the scenes. Soft, squishy, and full of personality, this is the kind of yarn that makes you glance down at your project mid-row and think, well, aren’t I clever—even if the cleverness belongs entirely to the merino.

First Impressions

MERINO 120 COLOUR combines premium extrafine merino softness with precision-engineered self-patterning technology. Instead of abrupt colour changes, the transitions flow seamlessly, creating complex patterns without extra effort.

Quick Specs

  • Composition: 100% Virgin Extrafine Merino Wool (Superwash)

  • Length / Weight: 240 m / 100 g

  • Recommended Needles: 3.5–4.5 mm

  • Tension: 22 sts / 32 rows / 10 cm

  • Tested Projects: Stockinette jumper, baby cardigan, cushion cover

  • Care: Machine washable at 30°C with wool detergent, lay flat to dry

Knitting Experience

The yarn handles exactly like LANGYARNS standard MERINO 120 — smooth glide, excellent stitch definition, and a natural merino bounce. The self-patterning effect emerges row by row, making even plain stockinette an engaging knit.

Wearing and Performance

Finished garments have the luxury feel of high-quality merino, with the bonus of intricate colour work that requires no chart-following. Superwash treatment ensures the yarn remains soft, vibrant, and well-shaped after repeated washes.

Where MERINO 120 COLOUR Excels

  • Beginner-friendly garments — complex results from simple stitches

  • Baby and children’s wear — soft, warm, and easy-care

  • Home accessories — self-patterning adds decorative interest

  • Gift knitting — impressive, time-efficient makes

Yarn Characteristics

  • Extrafine Merino Wool: Softness, warmth, and breathability

  • Superwash Treatment: Easy machine care without felting

  • Self-Patterning Design: Creates visual complexity automatically

Care & Practicality

Machine wash at 30°C with wool detergent. Avoid fabric softener to maintain natural wool properties. Lay flat to dry for best results.

Value for Money

Premium pricing is offset by time saved and the avoidance of multiple yarn purchases for traditional colour work. Excellent yardage per ball and reliable dye consistency (when purchased in a single batch).

Final Verdict

MERINO 120 COLOUR delivers exceptional quality, stunning automatic patterning, and long-lasting softness. It’s perfect for knitters seeking satisfying, low-stress projects that look far more complex than they are.