Soft is an apt description of this merino/yak/nylon blend. I was pleased to see a yarn with some yak content, as I bought a shawl with this unusual yarn some years ago and knew that it lives up to its reputation as a good insulator that keeps you warm. I have been waiting for the right yarn to knit a particular hat and knew this will be that yarn. Wish I have already knitted my hat, but I currently have to finish my WIP first. Time to be firm with myself! Finish the first project before starting the second!