Handspun Merino Wool YarnShop for wool yarns, knitting patterns, and wool care products > Wool Yarns > Handspun Merino Wool YarnThis is our artisan created, handspun, naturally dyed merino wool yarn. In 1855 everything from printing inks to textiles was colored naturally. It was the year before the creation of synthetic dyes. We have gone back, not to 1855, but to the original process of naturally dyeing yarns. We begin by spinning the combed and carded merino fiber by hand to create a strong worsted yarn. Next we use dyes that have been adapted from ancient recipes using locally available flowers, roots, barks and even insects to dye the wool. Our color palate is rich, subtle and like all things in nature, ever changing. Whether you are looking for historically accurate yarns, or you simply love natural fibers, the 1855 wool is sure to delight you. Because 1855 yarns are naturally dyed and handmade, you can anticipate subtle changes in color from skein to skein. Buy enough yarn to complete your project at one time. Alternate knitting from two skeins every few rows. |
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