Selection of Woad-dyed wool yarn, 50 g. Fingering weight

I am very glad to offer you a selection of blue and green wool yarn dyed with Woad plants (lat. Isatis Tintoria). Wool yarn dyed with these wonderful historical plants is quite rare nowadays because most natural dyers choose to use other plants to get blue shades, which can be easier to use and give darker shades.

However, the Woad plant has been very significant in the past, with a rich history dating back to Neolithic times. At some period it was one of the most important dyes and could be called the Blue gold of Europe.

I believe it is very important to keep such plants, and it is an honor to be a part of this long-lasting tradition, and invite you to join me by using these yarns in your creations. Additionally, this Woad-dyed yarn can be used to create historically accurate textiles.

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 wound by hands.

About this yarn:

• Blue yarn is dyed with Woad plants (lat. Isatis Tinctoria).

• Green yarn is dyed with Woad and Weld plants, both historical dyes are grown in our garden.

• 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 garden.

• Yarn can be winded 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 messenger icon on the website.

About dyeing with Woad plants:

Woad dye is made on a small scale from our plants; therefore, it is 100% natural and in limited quantities. Plants are grown in a small town in my parents' garden, and we do not use any harsh chemicals for them. The process of creating this dye takes several days after the leaves are ready for harvesting - woad leaves are hand-picked, washed, boiled, oxidized, and then the pigment is created. After that, the dye liquid had to be made into a working dye vat, which required either fermentation or reduction processes. Then, hand-wound and hand-washed yarns are dyed a few skeins at a time with several dips to create darker, stronger shades. Then follows one more session of washing dyed yarn, and finally it is ready to go to the shop.

We have very limited quantities of plants and woad-dyed yarn - some shades are only available in 1 or 2 skeins. Some skeins in the photos might look very similar, but I am listing them separately because color differences might be visible if you would like to knit a hat, for example. However, such small color differences may not be visible in a tablet weaving project if you combine blue yarn with other colors.

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.