Knitting with SIEMPRE

SIEMPRE (a review)

I’ll admit, I picked up SIEMPRE because I was curious about Cupro — “vegan silk” sounded intriguing. But it only took a few rows for me to forget about the novelty and fall for the way it moves. The drape is incredible, the sheen is subtle but unmistakable, and the colours shift in a way that makes me want to keep knitting just to see what’s next.

My First Impressions

SIEMPRE by Lang Yarns is a sophisticated plant-based luxury yarn that blends premium Pima cotton with Cupro, a sustainable “vegan silk” derived from cotton linter (a short fuzzy fibre that remains attached to cotton seeds once the long fibres are removed). The result is a yarn that feels familiar yet revolutionary — combining cotton’s structure and comfort with the sheen, drape, and cooling touch of silk. Its hand-dyed tone-on-tone effect creates shadow colours that shift in the light, making even simple stitch work look refined.

Quick Specs

• Composition: 62% Pima Cotton, 38% Cupro (vegan silk)

• Length / Weight: 340 m / 100 g

• Recommended Needles: 3.5 mm

• Tension: 24 sts / 10 cm

• Tested Projects: Drop-shoulder sweater, summer top, lace swatches

• Care: Machine wash 30°C, gentle detergent, no fabric softener

Knitting Experience

Working with 3.5 mm needles, SIEMPRE glides across the needles without being slippery. The Cupro content lends silk-like fluidity, while the cotton ensures stability and stitch definition. Yardage is generous, making it a cost-effective option for luxury garments.

Wearing and Performance

Garments in SIEMPRE have exceptional drape and flow while retaining enough body to keep their shape. The cooling effect of Cupro makes it ideal for warm weather wear, while its crease-resistant quality makes it perfect for travel.

Where SIEMPRE Excels

• Summer garments — naturally cool, breathable, and elegant

• Professional and business wear — polished look with minimal maintenance

• Travel pieces — crease resistance and easy care for on-the-go wardrobes

• Special occasion projects — elegant sheen without stiffness

Yarn Characteristics

• Pima Cotton: Softness, strength, and structure

• Cupro: Lustrous sheen, cooling touch, and silk-like drape

• Hand-Dyed Tones: Sophisticated, subtle colour variation for depth and visual movement

Care & Practicality

Machine washable at 30°C, dries quickly, and retains both sheen and softness over repeated washes. The crease resistance and cooling touch add functional benefits beyond aesthetics.

Value for Money

With 340 m per 100 g, SIEMPRE offers outstanding yardage for a luxury yarn. Its built-in visual texture and sheen mean even simple stitches produce designer-level results without complex construction.

Final Verdict

SIEMPRE proves that plant-based luxury can be every bit as desirable as animal fibre alternatives. With sustainable credentials, effortless elegance, and practical performance, it’s a yarn you’ll want to knit again and again.