Laine Mohair "Desire"

DESIRE, generous mohair for comforting knits

With DESIRE by Lang Yarns, mohair moves beyond its familiar role as a fine companion yarn and becomes the main feature of the project. Its blend contains 82% Mohair (Superkid), 15% virgin wool and 3% nylon. This creates a voluminous yarn with a soft, airy appearance and a distinctive fluffy halo. Each 50 g ball provides 95 m, and the recommended needle size is 6 to 7 mm. DESIRE is designed for cosy garments and accessories suited to the autumn and winter seasons.

This yarn will appeal to knitters looking for generous volume without giving the finished piece an unnecessarily heavy appearance. Its soft, lofty character is particularly well suited to a sweater that feels comforting and enveloping, as well as to substantial seasonal accessories. The large needles and open gauge allow the fabric to grow visibly from one row to the next. It is therefore an inviting choice whenever the pleasure of making progress is an important part of the project.

A soft touch with a fluffy mohair halo

The high proportion of Mohair (Superkid) gives DESIRE its soft handle and characteristic surface. If you are planning a sweater, scarf or cowl that will be worn close to the face, begin with a generously sized swatch. Hold it against your neck for a few moments to assess your personal comfort. This simple check is especially useful with mohair because individual sensitivity to fibres can vary, even when a yarn is described as soft.

DESIRE is worked on large needles, giving its volume and airy visual effect room to develop. Try not to knit with unnecessary tension. A steady, relaxed hand will help create an even fabric and make it easier to follow the measurements of your chosen pattern. If you are considering textured stitches, use the swatch to see how the mohair halo interacts with raised details. This lets you assess the finished effect before casting on the full number of stitches.

What can you make with DESIRE?

Created for autumn and winter knitting, DESIRE is a natural match for generous garments and cosy accessories. A roomy sweater or soft cardigan can showcase the yarn’s enveloping character. A scarf, cowl or hat will benefit from its airy volume and visibly fluffy finish. The stated tension is 11 stitches and 16 rows to 10 cm, making the yarn suitable for patterns designed around a large gauge. Always compare these figures with the requirements of your pattern and adjust the needle size if needed to match your personal knitting tension.

Technical details

• Composition: 82% Mohair (Superkid), 15% virgin wool, 3% nylon
• Length and weight: 95 m per 50 g
• Recommended needles: 6 to 7 mm
• Tension over 10 cm: 11 stitches and 16 rows
• Season: autumn and winter
• Care: use detergent for fine wash without softener

Prepare your project with a reliable swatch

Before beginning, knit and measure a swatch under the conditions you intend to use for the finished project. This step is particularly valuable with a voluminous yarn, as a small difference in tension can noticeably change the final measurements. For garments, compare the total yardage required by the pattern with the 95 m provided by each ball. If you are working with several balls, alternating them for a few rows can help blend any natural variation between dye lots.

The nylon content completes the combination of mohair and virgin wool while allowing the light, fluffy appearance of DESIRE to remain central. Choosing a yarn with a high proportion of Mohair (Superkid) has a direct influence on the personality of the completed piece. The fibre, volume and handle all become part of the design. Your knitting time is therefore devoted to an object whose distinctive texture is considered from the first swatch to the final row.

Gentle care for your finished knit

Use a detergent intended for fine washing and do not add fabric softener. Following this care instruction helps you handle the fibres and characteristic halo of DESIRE appropriately. Treat the finished piece gently during care and also consult any instructions supplied with the pattern. Washing a swatch first is a practical way to observe how your own fabric responds to the intended care process before cleaning an entire garment.

Cast on your next mohair project

Whether you are imagining an enveloping sweater, a soft cardigan or a lofty accessory, DESIRE by Lang Yarns offers generous volume with a light, airy look. Choose a pattern with a compatible gauge, check the feel and measurements of your swatch, and prepare your 6 to 7 mm needles. This substantial mohair yarn is ready to bring a warm autumn or winter idea to life, one satisfying row at a time.