Knitting with ZEN

ZEN (a review)

If you’ve ever wanted a yarn that feels like a warm hug and a little “you’ve got this” pep talk, meet ZEN. It’s soft without being flimsy, drapey without feeling shapeless, and elegant without being fussy. I knew from the first squeeze that it was destined for those “just one more row” projects that somehow turn into all-night knitting sessions.

My First Impressions

ZEN is exactly what LANGYARNS promises — nature’s finest harmony made tangible. A luxurious sport weight blend of superfine merino, suri alpaca, and silk, it combines incomparable softness, subtle sheen, and exceptional drape. From the first touch, it’s clear this yarn is designed for projects where elegance and serenity are as important as warmth and beauty.

Quick Specsother yarn

Composition: 45% Virgin Superfine Merino, 30% Suri Alpaca, 25% Silk
Length / Weight: 200 m / 25 g
Recommended Needles: 3.0-3.5 mm
Tension: 25 sts / 10 cm
Care: Hand wash, lay flat to dry

Knitting Experience

Working with 3.0 mm needles, ZEN flows across the hands like liquid light. The stitch definition is crisp, the drape is fluid, and the fibres blend into a fabric that feels impossibly soft yet substantial. The silk adds strength and a lustrous glow, the alpaca brings warmth and drape, and the merino ensures comfort next to the skin.

Wearing and Performance

Finished pieces have a refined elegance with a gentle, natural sheen. The fibre balance allows garments to hold their shape while still moving beautifully. ZEN is hand-wash only, but this extra care ensures the fibres retain their harmony, softness, and luminosity over time.

Where It Excels

• Luxury wraps and shawls with flowing movement

• Heirloom garments for special occasions

• Next-to-skin accessories where comfort and drape matter

• Lightweight layers with a touch of elegance

Yarn Highlights

• Three precious fibres: Superfine merino for softness, suri alpaca for drape, silk for strength and sheen

• Perfect balance: Sport weight that’s warm yet breathable

• Natural elegance: Lustre that’s sophisticated, never flashy

• Refined construction: Professional stitch definition and fabric flow

Value for Money

With 200 metres per 25 g, ZEN offers generous yardage for its luxury fibre content. The investment is rewarded with pieces that feel timeless, look refined, and carry a sense of calm in both the making and wearing.

Final Verdict

ZEN is more than just a yarn — it’s an experience in balance and beauty. The combination of superfine merino, suri alpaca, and silk creates a sport weight that’s as harmonious as it is luxurious. For makers seeking peaceful knitting and refined results, ZEN delivers harmony you can wear.