Knitting with LISBOA

LISBOA (a review)

Some yarns just sing, and LISBOA hums with sunshine and colour. It’s like someone spun the streets of Lisbon into fibre—terracotta rooftops, blue-and-white tiles, golden light—all dancing together in a soft, chainette twist. Every stitch feels like a postcard from a place you love, and the colours flow so naturally you half expect to hear seagulls and the strum of a guitarra as you knit.

My First Impressions

LISBOA from Lang Yarns is more than just a cotton yarn — it’s a snapshot of Lisbon’s sunlit streets and azulejo tiles captured in fibre form. The chainette construction gives it a feather-light feel in hand, and the printed colour-ways flow like Portuguese street scenes, each hue evoking terracotta rooftops, blue-and-white tiles, or golden facades. Even before casting on, the yarn’s cultural inspiration feels genuine rather than decorative.

Quick Specs

• Composition: 100% Cotton

• Length / Weight: 240 m / 100 g

• Construction: Chainette, sport weight

• Recommended Needles: 4.5 mm

• Tension: 18 sts = 10 cm

• Tested Project: Summer top

• Needle Used: 4.5 mm

• Care: Machine wash up to 30°C, gentle cycle

Knitting Experience

For my first project, I made a simple summer top to let the colour story take centre stage. On 4.5 mm needles, LISBOA knitted up smoothly, the chainette structure lending both softness and drape. Watching the colours emerge row by row felt like walking through Lisbon’s winding streets — each section brought a new burst of personality without harsh striping or abrupt changes.

Care Instructions

LISBOA is machine washable at 30°C, making it as practical as it is pretty. The chainette construction holds up well through gentle washing, and the colours stay vibrant. Dry flat to preserve the drape and keep garments looking fresh.

Recommended Projects

• Summer tops and tunics with relaxed drape

• Lightweight shawls and wraps that highlight the colour transitions

• Mediterranean-inspired home décor items

• Festival or travel garments with cultural flair

Value for Money

At 240 metres per 100 g, LISBOA offers excellent yardage for a sport-weight yarn, especially one with a chainette construction. It’s priced in the range of good-quality cottons, but the artistry of its colourways and cultural resonance add extra value for makers who want more than just a solid or variegated yarn.

Final Verdict

LISBOA is a joyful, lightweight yarn that turns every project into a celebration of Portuguese culture. The cotton keeps it breathable for summer wear, while the chainette structure provides comfort and movement. If you want your knitting to tell a story, this yarn delivers it stitch by stitch.