Plant dyed wool yarn "Sand", 50 g

Fingering weight 100% wool yarn "Sand," plant-dyed with various local herbs and tree branches. Each batch of plant-dyed yarns is entirely unique, with shades that are almost impossible to duplicate—giving your projects a truly distinctive touch. These subtle earthy tones bring the rich heritage of natural dyeing into your hands, connecting your creations with nature's enduring beauty.

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 various local plants.

• Suitable for various 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.

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

• In the last photo, you can see how this color looks with other colors from our collection, so you may compare them.

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