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GLORY, soft extrafine merino for warm knitting

GLORY by Lang Yarns sets the scene for an enjoyable project from the very first stitches. Designed for autumn and winter knitting, this yarn is made from 100% virgin wool in an extrafine merino quality. It combines warmth with a soft handle, making it a thoughtful choice when comfort matters just as much as the finished look. Whether you are planning a cosy sweater, a warm cardigan or an accessory worn close to the face, GLORY helps you create something you will genuinely look forward to wearing.

Softness is especially important when a knitted piece touches the neck. Before committing to a sweater, cowl or scarf, place your finished swatch gently against this sensitive area. This simple test lets you judge the feel for yourself and check whether the chosen fabric suits your preferences. The extrafine merino fibre gives GLORY its soft, supple character, offering a comfortable alternative when you want wool without a distinctly rustic feel.

Made for knitting with larger needles

GLORY is worked on 7 to 8 mm needles and provides 70 metres per 50 gram ball. These specifications create a clear, steady knitting rhythm and make each new section of the project easy to see. Beginners can follow the stitches comfortably on larger needles, while experienced knitters can explore generous proportions, texture and shape.

This yarn is well suited to autumn and winter sweaters, cardigans and warm accessories. Hats, scarves, cowls and hand warmers can all benefit from its warmth and substantial presence. For a garment, select a pattern written for a yarn with a comparable metreage and gauge. Simple stocking stitch keeps the focus on the material, while ribbing, cables and other textured stitches can be explored in a swatch first. The sample will show how clearly the pattern appears, how the fabric moves and whether the chosen density gives the result you imagined.

A swatch makes the difference

The reference tension is 13 stitches and 19 rows over 10 cm. This information is particularly important for sweaters and cardigans, where even a small difference in tension can alter the final measurements. Knit a generously sized sample with the recommended needle range, then measure across the centre. If you have more stitches than required, try a larger needle. If you have fewer stitches, move to a smaller size.

Gauge is not only about matching dimensions. It also influences the feel, flexibility and visual balance of the knitted fabric. A compact fabric and a more open fabric will present GLORY differently, even when they use the same stitch pattern. Taking the time to compare these results helps you use the yarn in a way that suits both the pattern and your personal taste. It is a small investment of time that can lead to a finished piece worthy of the care and skill involved.

Superwash and mulesing free

GLORY has a Superwash treatment to make care more manageable. Wool should still be treated thoughtfully. Use a detergent intended for washing wool, do not add fabric softener, and follow the care directions shown on the yarn label and in your pattern. Appropriate washing helps support the dimensions, handle and appearance of the finished knit over time.

The mulesing free specification also provides clear information relating to animal welfare: the merino wool used is produced without mulesing. It brings an additional sense of purpose to a garment or accessory that already carries the value of your own time and craftsmanship. Choosing a carefully specified fibre is about more than comparing the initial cost of yarn. The real value lies in creating a piece you are proud of, with a finish that does justice to the pattern and to every hour spent knitting it.

GLORY at a glance

• Brand: Lang Yarns
• Composition: 100% virgin wool, Merino extrafine, mulesing free
• Treatment: Superwash
• Length: 70 m per 50 g
• Recommended needles: 7 to 8 mm
• Gauge over 10 cm: 13 stitches and 19 rows
• Season: autumn and winter
• Care: use wool detergent without fabric softener

Begin your next knitting story

Choose GLORY for a warm, soft project with a generous knitted presence. Make your swatch, pair the yarn with a suitable pattern and settle into the satisfying rhythm of larger needles. Your next sweater or winter accessory can start with the very next stitch.