Experience the Bliss of Paradise

PARADISE by Lang Yarns, a lightweight yarn for summer

PARADISE brings an inviting sense of colour and escape to spring and summer knitting. Made by Lang Yarns from 78% cotton and 22% viscose, this lightweight yarn offers 310 metres per 100 grams. It is well suited to garments and accessories designed for milder days, warm afternoons and cooler evenings. Its expressive colour can suggest distant places or memorable summer light, yet it also leaves room for your own interpretation and for a project that feels genuinely personal.

A smooth combination of cotton and viscose

Cotton provides a natural handle, while viscose adds a more supple and fluid character to the blend. The result makes PARADISE an appealing option for knitters who want a summer yarn without animal fibres. According to the complete fibre composition, the yarn contains no animal-derived fibre. If you are planning a top or sweater that will sit directly against the skin, knit a generous swatch and hold it against your neck. This simple personal test is the most reliable way to assess the feel before committing time to a full garment.

PARADISE is intended for needles between 3.5 and 4 mm, a versatile range for both straightforward pieces and more detailed knitting. Newer knitters can choose a simple top, scarf or stole, while experienced makers may explore lace, ribs or textured stitches. Work with a relaxed, consistent tension rather than tightening the strand unnecessarily. Taking time to watch the stitches form will help you understand the fabric and select the needle size that best supports your chosen pattern.

What can you make with PARADISE?

This spring and summer yarn is a natural candidate for lightweight sweaters, short-sleeved tops, sleeveless garments and fine cardigans for changing temperatures. It can also be considered for soft accessories such as a shawl, scarf or stole to place around the shoulders in the evening. With 310 metres in each 100-gram ball, it provides useful length for creating a fabric that does not feel visually heavy. Simple stocking stitch allows the colour to take centre stage, while openwork or textured details can add an individual finish.

Always prepare a sufficiently large tension swatch before beginning the finished piece. The stated gauge is 23 stitches and 30 rows over 10 cm. Compare your measurements carefully with the pattern and adjust the needle size when needed. This step is essential for achieving the intended dimensions, but it also tells you about drape, density and stitch definition. If your design includes lace or textured motifs, the swatch will show whether those details remain clear with your own knitting tension.

Yarn details

• Composition: 78% cotton, 22% viscose
• Length: 310 m per 100 g
• Recommended needles: 3.5 to 4 mm
• Gauge over 10 cm: 23 stitches and 30 rows
• Season: spring and summer
• Care: use detergent for fine wash without softener

Care for the project you have created

Thoughtful care is part of making a knitted garment worth wearing. For PARADISE, use a detergent intended for fine wash and do not add softener. As no further washing method or temperature is specified here, also consult the care information on the yarn label. A swatch gives you an opportunity to become familiar with the material before caring for the completed garment and helps you assess the resulting handle and fabric.

The composition of PARADISE is stated clearly and in full. No additional claim about sourcing or certification has been supplied, so none is attributed to the yarn. Meaningful transparency is about sharing what is known without adding unsupported promises. The value of a quality yarn is ultimately found in the finished object: accurate sizing, a fabric chosen with care and the satisfaction of wearing something made by hand. These qualities often matter more than comparing the cost of balls alone.

Cast on your own summer escape

Choose PARADISE by Lang Yarns for a lightweight sweater, an easy summer top or a soft accessory that reflects your style. Select a needle between 3.5 and 4 mm, make and measure your swatch, then let its result guide the pattern. Once the preparation is complete, the colour and your chosen stitches can shape the rest of the project. Cast on and turn your next idea into a warm-weather knit you will be proud to finish.