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LANGYARNS | Orion | Chunky | 1121

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ORION - Knit Among the Stars

 

Journey into the celestial with ORION by Lang Yarns, a yarn inspired by the mystical hues of its namesake nebula. This extraordinary yarn captures the ethereal beauty of the night sky, transforming extrafine merino wool into a cloud-like experience that's truly out of this world.

Each generous ball mimics the dreamy nature of cosmic clouds, creating fabric that's as light and lofty as the nebula that inspired it. Working with a 6-7mm needle size, your projects take flight like shooting stars, racing across your needles with delightful speed.

 

Features:

  • Extrafine virgin merino wool
  • Cloud-like loftiness
  • Celestial-inspired colours
  • Quick-knitting gauge
  • Generous ball size

 

Perfect for:

  • Swift projects
  • Cozy accessories
  • Light yet warm garments
  • Star-inspired pieces
  • Dreamy winter wear

 

As you knit, watch your wishes take shape with every stitch - just remember to make one when your project speeds together like a shooting star!

 

Yarn Composition: 88% Virgin Extrafine Merino Wool - superwash, 12% Nylon

Length: ~270m

Ball Weight: 100g

Yarn Weight: Chunky

Needle Size: 6.0 - 7.0mm

Tension: 11 stitches and 18 rows in stocking stitch to make a 10cm / 4 inch square

Washing: Machine wash up to 30˚C - wool detergent - no softener.


     

    What is Superwash?

    Ever wished you could just toss your hand-knits in the washing machine? Well, now you can! LANGYARNS Superwash make caring for your woollens as easy as can be.

    What Makes Superwash Special? Think of it as giving your wool a protective shield! Through a clever process, the tiny scales on the wool fibres are smoothed out (those troublemakers that cause shrinking and felting). The result -  wool that stays beautiful wash after wash, with an extra touch of softness and a lovely subtle sheen.

    Easy Care Instructions:

    • Pop it in the machine at 40°C
    • Don't add softener.
    • Use the wool/gentle cycle
    • No stress about shrinking or felting
    • Your knits come out soft and beautiful every time

    Perfect for:

    • Busy knitters who want easy-care garments
    • Children's clothes that need frequent washing
    • Anyone who loves wool but worries about washing

    Superwash gives you all the warmth and comfort of wool, with none of the washing worries. It's wool made wonderfully simple!

     

     


    LANGYARNS - A family company in the Swiss countryside. 


    Since 1867, nestled in the pristine Swiss countryside, LANGYARNS has woven a legacy of excellence through six generations of family craftsmanship. What began as a modest family venture has blossomed into a global beacon of quality in the yarn industry, while never losing sight of their founding family values.

    A strong commitment to exceptional standards has positioned LANGYARNS among the world's most prestigious hand-knitting yarn brands, where tradition meets innovation in every thread. LANGYARNS take pride in their ethical approach to wool production – all LANGYARNS products are certified mulesing-free, reflecting their deep respect for animal welfare and sustainable practices.

    When you choose LANGYARNS at McIntosh, you're not just selecting yarn; you're becoming part of a 150-year heritage of excellence. Every stitch tells a families story of uncompromising quality, artistic innovation, and family dedication. From their Swiss home to your creative hands, LANGYARNS continue to craft the finest yarns for those who appreciate true quality in every fibre.

    McIntosh is a boutique wool and haberdashery company based in London.
    I’m James McIntosh, a one person business.
    I hand-dye all McIntosh wools to order and personally pack every knitting and crochet item sold and send them to McIntosh customers all over the world - in plastic-free, 100% recyclable and FSC® certified packaging - naturally.
    You can read the story of how knitting saved my life HERE, or to see what the Press say about McIntosh click HERE.