Light, soft, luxurious – winter knitwear with silk content

In winter we love anything that warms us – but please without weighing us down.
Austermann MAXIN yarn achieves exactly that: It combines fine merino wool with luxurious silk , creating a knitwear quality that feels light, is wonderfully soft to wear and looks timelessly beautiful.

Why silk is perfect even in winter

Silk is often considered a summer fiber, but it is also a truly comfortable material in winter.
It has a temperature-balancing effect, keeping you warm when it's cold, and staying pleasantly cool when the heating is on.
In combination with fine merino wool , a yarn is created that is breathable, elastic and skin-friendly – ​​ideal for sweaters, scarves or fine cardigans.

The result: knitted pieces that you can wear indoors and outdoors – elegant, lightweight and always comfortable.

Timeless favorites from Austermann MAXIN

Material: 80% virgin wool (superfine) | 20% silk
Yarn length: 150 m / 50 g | Needle size: 3–4
Consumption: approx. 400 g (sweater size 40/M)

MAXIN impresses with its smooth, even structure, fine sheen and a wonderfully soft feel.
The yarn glides effortlessly over the needles and displays patterns clearly and definedly – ​​perfect for structured stitch patterns, fine openwork patterns or simple, elegant designs .

Capsule Wardrobe – Knit yourself stylishly & sustainably

“Less, but better” – that’s the idea behind a capsule wardrobe .
Instead of buying many short-lived trendy items, you focus on high-quality basics that can be combined in many different ways.
With Austermann MAXIN you can knit exactly these kinds of favorite pieces:

• Fine sweaters and tops: soft, shape-retaining and elegant under a blazer or coat.
• Delicate scarves or triangular shawls: light enough for indoors, warming outdoors.
• Cardigans or slipovers: perfect for layered looks without adding bulk.

Colors like camel, grey, ice blue or fir make your knitted wardrobe modern, harmonious and timeless.

A small project with a big impact – and wearable all year round: A delicate mini scarf! Your elegant companion for every season.

If you are looking for a first project that showcases the special quality of Austermann MAXIN A delicate mini scarf or shawl perfectly demonstrates this.
It beautifully highlights the silky sheen and fine structure of the yarn – simple, yet with a luxurious effect. 💡 Our crochet tip:
The "Häkelchen" mini scarf from Rebecca magazine is easy to adjust and looks particularly elegant with MAXIN . The combination of fine merino wool and silk gives the scarf a fluid drape without wrinkling – perfect for elegant layered looks or as a subtle everyday accessory.

In neutral colors like camel, grey or ice blue, it fits into any capsule wardrobe, while bold tones like berry or red add beautiful color accents.

Easy to care for & durable – quality that lasts

Thanks to the high-quality superfine merino wool content, MAXIN remains elastic and retains its shape, while the silk provides shine and smoothness.
Simply wash in lukewarm water and dry flat – this way your knitted item will stay beautiful for a long time.

Invest in quality – and you'll knit pieces that will last you for many winters.

Conclusion: Elegant knits for your winter

With Austermann MAXIN, you're not just knitting a garment, but a piece of everyday elegance. The yarn combines warmth, lightness, and style – and is a perfect fit for a conscious, modern knitwear wardrobe.

👉 Discover Austermann MAXIN now and knit your first capsule piece!