Botanically dyed wool yarn "Mineral green", 50 g

Fingering-weight 100% wool yarn in “Mineral Green,” hand-dyed with natural indigo and weld plants.

These two plants have been used for thousands of years. The same indigo and weld once colored medieval European tapestries, Middle Eastern carpets, and countless handmade textiles. It feels truly special to work with these ancient dyes and to share this tradition with you.

This green is created slowly and with care. First, the yarn is gently washed and dyed in indigo to build a blue base. Then it is washed again, mordanted, and dyed in a warm yellow weld bath. When the blue and yellow layers come together, they create a beautiful, living green that can only be achieved through this two-step process. It takes extra time and attention—but these greens make it worth it.

Because each batch is dyed by hand using plants, no two batches are exactly the same (or difficult to recreate). Every project made with this yarn carries its own quiet variations and natural beauty, making your work truly one of a kind.

Weight of one skein:

- 50 g / 1.75 oz

Length of one skein

- 175 m / 191 yards

These measurements may vary +- 1-5 % because each skein is winded by hands.

About this yarn:

• Dyed with indigo and weld plants.

• Suitable for a variety of crafts, such as tablet weaving, knitting, weaving, crochet, sashiko, and others.

• Dedicated to people who love Earth and value natural fibers. <3

• Yarn was dyed in a small and limited quantity in our studio.

• This beautiful green color will be easy to match with other plant dyed yarn.

• Yarn can be wound in a yarn cake, just leave us a note during the checkout!

• We are always ready to help, so if you have any questions, just send a message via the messenger icon on the website.

Why choose naturally dyed wool wool?

• Breathable: Natural wool fiber allows air to circulate, keeping you comfortable by regulating your body temperature. It keeps you warm in cold weather and cool in warm conditions.

• Durable: Wool fibers are strong and resilient, making garments last longer than those made from synthetic fibers such as acrylic.

• Naturally Odor-Resistant: Wool has natural antimicrobial properties that resist odors, keeping garments fresher for longer.

• Moisture-Wicking: Wool naturally absorbs and wicks away moisture, helping to keep you dry and comfortable in varying climates.

• Nature-Friendly: Wool is biodegradable and can be easily composted, leaving no waste when an item is no longer wearable.

• Dyed with plants: Naturally dyed wool ties us to the earth and centuries of tradition, allowing us to be part of an ancient craft. Each piece carries the legacy of natural dyeing, rich with history and beauty.

• Carbon footprint of natural dyes is around 40% lower compared to synthetic dyes.

Yarn information:

Yardage: 100 g - 350 m / 3.5 oz - 383 yards

Wool type: 100% sheep wool

Thickness: 2-ply fingering - sock weight

Recommended knitting needle size (mm): 2 - 4

Recommended crochet hook size (mm): 2.25 - 3.5

Wraps per centimeter: 7

Wraps per inch: 17 - 18

Additional information:

• This yarn is quite soft but not as soft as merino wool. It may not be suitable for very sensitive people.

• Shades might look a bit different from what you see on your computer or other devices. Differences in screen settings, brightness, and color calibration can change how colors appear. However, natural colors are always beautiful.

• This wool is mulesing-free. The wool itself comes from the United Kingdom, Norway, and New Zealand, then it is spun into yarn here in Lithuania and it has an Oeko-Tex certificate.