Nomad

NOMAD, an airy chainette yarn with extrafine wool and Yak

NOMAD by Lang Yarns draws on the nomadic tradition of Yak herding and on the mobile, creative history of knitting and crochet. It is a yarn made to travel in your project bag, ready for a few rows at home or a quiet creative moment while you are away. Its lightweight balls and natural character invite you to make timeless autumn and winter pieces that reflect both tradition and your own approach to colour, texture and construction.

A soft blend of extrafine virgin wool and Yak

NOMAD combines 85% extrafine, mulesing-free virgin wool with 15% Yak. This fine fibre blend has a soft handle that makes it appealing for projects worn near the face and neck. Before committing to a jumper, scarf or cowl, knit a swatch and hold it against your neck for a few moments. This simple, personal test helps you assess comfort before investing many hours in a larger garment.

The natural Yak fibres give NOMAD its characteristic grey-brown undertone. This subtle base shade is an integral part of the yarn’s identity and highlights the original beauty of the fibre. It brings visual depth to the colours without hiding the structure of the yarn. The result can suit understated designs just as naturally as more individual combinations chosen to express your own style.

An airy chainette construction

NOMAD has a chainette construction that keeps the yarn well aerated. Each 25 g ball provides 125 metres, offering generous length with very little weight. The structured strand supports an enjoyable rhythm on the needles as each row develops. Lang Yarns recommends 4 to 4.5 mm needles as the starting point for working the yarn and exploring the balance between fabric density, drape and stitch appearance.

The stated tension is 26 stitches and 38 rows over 10 cm. Taking time to make an accurate tension square is particularly important for jumpers, cardigans and garments assembled from several sections. It helps you select the correct size, plan the final measurements and identify any difference between your own tension and the pattern. Your swatch is also the best place to see how ribs, cables and other textured stitches look in NOMAD. For a large project, obtain the required quantity from the same dye lot whenever possible to support a harmonious overall result.

Projects for autumn and winter

NOMAD is suited to a variety of cool-season garments and accessories. Consider it for jumpers and cardigans, or use it for scarves, cowls, hats and shawls that bring the soft fibre blend close to the skin. Its generous length and airy chainette structure are also relevant when planning a larger piece where you want the presence of wool without unnecessary weight. Crochet projects are possible too, but begin with your own swatch because crochet density may differ from the stated knitting tension.

Simple stocking stitch allows the natural grey-brown Yak undertone to remain visible, while ribs and raised textures give you another way to explore the chainette structure. Whether you are a newer knitter or have years of experience, do not rely on needle size alone. Compare the pattern tension with your washed or prepared swatch and consider your own knitting style before beginning the full piece.

A considered fibre choice for a project you value

When a jumper or handmade accessory represents many hours of careful work, the quality of the finished piece matters more than a simple difference in yarn price. With NOMAD, extrafine virgin wool is paired with Yak and a lightweight chainette construction, while the natural Yak undertone gives the yarn its distinctive visual character. The mulesing-free statement also provides clear information about an important aspect of the virgin wool used.

For care, use a detergent intended for fine wash and do not add fabric softener. Following this specific instruction is an important part of looking after the fibres. Avoid selecting a washing temperature or programme by guesswork when no further instruction is available with your project or product labelling. Careful swatching and appropriate care provide a sound basis for enjoying the work you have put into every stitch.

NOMAD specifications

• Composition: 85% extrafine, mulesing-free virgin wool, 15% Yak
• Length: 125 m per 25 g
• Recommended needles: Ø 4-4.5 mm
• Tension over 10 cm: 26 stitches and 38 rows
• Season: autumn and winter
• Care: use detergent for fine wash without softener

Let your next project travel with NOMAD

Choose your pattern, prepare a careful swatch and see how the natural Yak undertone works with your preferred stitches. Select NOMAD for a jumper, cardigan or accessory where a soft handle, low yarn weight and authentic fibre character can become an essential part of the finished design.