Lang Yarn

In 1829 Bernhard Lang began the trajectory which snowballed the success of the Lang Yarn company by starting a small weaving mill in Oftringen, Switzerland. 150 years later the Lang Yarn company remains a strong force in the textile industry providing high-quality yarn for knitting, crocheting, weaving, and so much more! This family business, now in its 6th generation, has always had a passion for the yarns they create and the timeless items people create with them. 

Lang Yarn: Swiss Heritage and Timeless Quality

Some yarn brands have a story you can feel in every skein, and Lang Yarn is one of them. We've been a fixture in the fiber arts world since 1997, and we love carrying yarn with this kind of pedigree. Back in 1829, Bernhard Lang started a small weaving mill in Oftringen, Switzerland, setting off a trajectory that would grow into one of the most respected names in the textile world. Nearly 200 years later, the company remains a strong force in the industry, providing high-quality yarn for knitting, crocheting, weaving, and so much more. Now in its sixth generation, this family business has always poured real passion into the yarns they create and the timeless pieces people make with them.

We're family owned and operated too, so we have a natural kinship with another multigenerational family company that refuses to cut corners. The Lang Yarn on our shelves is chosen for genuine quality, from everyday workhorses to indulgent luxury fibers.

Why Makers Love Lang Yarn

There's a reason Lang has earned nearly two centuries of loyalty. The brand pairs Swiss precision with a designer's eye for color and texture. A few reasons makers reach for it:

  • Exceptional quality and consistency, backed by generations of textile expertise.
  • A huge range of fibers and effects, from cozy classics to sequins, tweeds, and luxury blends.
  • Beautiful, sophisticated colorways, with the kind of nuanced palettes European brands are known for.
  • Yarns for every craft, whether you knit, crochet, or weave.
  • Family owned and operated, both at Lang and here at our shop, not bought up by a private equity firm like so many of our competitors have been lately.

Add fast same-day shipping on most orders and free shipping when you spend $99 or more, plus expert crafters on hand who work with these yarns themselves, and it's easy to see why Lang has such a devoted following. Every purchase also helps us support local farms and Freddy's Dog Rescue, so a little extra good rides along with your order.

Explore the Lang Yarn Lineup

Part of the fun of this brand is the sheer variety, so there's a Lang yarn for just about any project you can dream up. Here's a tour of some favorites we carry:

  • Lang Cloud yarn, including the popular Cloud color 12 and the Lang Cloud Tweed yarn, is soft, lofty, and wonderful for cozy sweaters and accessories.
  • Lang Jawoll sock yarn is a durable, hardwearing choice beloved by sock knitters, complete with reinforcing thread.
  • Lang Cashmere yarn and the Cashmere Premium line bring pure luxury and softness to special projects.
  • Lang Paillettes yarn and other sequin yarns add sparkle and glamour to evening wear and accessories.
  • Lang Yak yarn, Infinity, Orion, Vaya, and Snowflake round out the range with unique fibers, textures, and effects.

If the plush Cloud line draws you in, browse our full super bulky yarn collection for more chunky inspiration, and if the Cashmere line has you dreaming of luxury, our cashmere yarn collection is full of soft indulgence.

Shop Lang Yarn Online or Visit Us in Spokane

Our shop lives in a restored historic bakery in Spokane, four floors and 27,500 square feet of fiber heaven where you can feel every skein of Lang in person. Come browse and find your colors, or shop the full range of Lang Yarn online from anywhere. We ship worldwide, and our friendly crew is just a chat bubble away whenever you have a question.

Frequently Asked Questions

Lang Yarn is a Swiss company known for high-quality yarns with sophisticated colorways and an enormous range of fibers, from everyday wools and durable sock yarns to luxury cashmere and glittering sequin yarns. Founded in 1829 and now in its sixth generation of family ownership, the brand carries nearly two centuries of textile expertise, which shows in the consistency and refinement of its yarns. Makers turn to Lang when they want European quality and design for knitting, crochet, and weaving projects.

Lang Jawoll is the go-to choice for socks, since it's a hardwearing sock yarn that includes a reinforcing thread to add durability at high-wear points like heels and toes. Its blend is designed to stand up to the friction and stretch that socks endure, so your handmade pairs last longer. If you're knitting socks or other items that need extra resilience, Jawoll is well worth reaching for, and our team can help you choose colors and quantities.

Lang Cloud is a soft, lofty yarn that's lovely for cozy, lightweight projects like sweaters, cardigans, cowls, and wraps where you want warmth without heaviness. The Cloud Tweed variation adds subtle flecks of color for a bit more visual texture, making it popular for garments with rustic charm. Because it's plush and airy, it works up quickly and feels wonderful to wear, so it's a favorite for comfortable everyday knits.

For many makers, Lang's cashmere and Cashmere Premium yarns are absolutely worth it, since they deliver the exceptional softness, warmth, and drape that only cashmere provides, ideal for treasured garments and gifts. Cashmere is an investment fiber, so a lot of crafters reserve it for special projects or accent pieces where that luxurious feel really counts. If you want the indulgence of cashmere with Swiss quality behind it, Lang is a beautiful choice, and we're glad to help you plan a project around it.

Yes, Lang has deep roots in weaving, since the company began as a Swiss weaving mill back in 1829, and many of its yarns work beautifully across knitting, crochet, and weaving. The best choice depends on the specific yarn's weight and fiber content, so smoother, stronger yarns tend to suit weaving warps while softer, lofdelier yarns shine as weft or in knit and crochet projects. If you're planning a weaving project, tell us what you have in mind and we'll help you pick a suitable Lang yarn.