Plant dyed merino - Kea
Hand dyed using all natural plant dyes in a citrine green colourway. Aotearoa grown Merino and Lincoln wool blend. Lincoln is a 100% natural fibre, adding strength to the yarn without adding synthetic fibres such as nylon. Perfect for small projects such as socks or beanie.
I small batch dye in my Kaipara studio, using a natural zero waste process. Plants are harvested sustainably to make an immersion dye bath. In a second dyeing step, the variegated colours added using complimentary plants sources. Mordants have been used to ensure longevity of colours. Each skein is unique.
Colours have been photographed as accurately as possible.
Worsted spun yarn
This skein is 100g / 400m.
Gauge: Needle Size: 2.75-3.25mm, tension 28sts x 36rows per 10cm
Hand wash finished garment in warm water using wool wash only.
I small batch dye in my Kaipara studio, using a natural zero waste process. Plants are harvested sustainably to make an immersion dye bath. In a second dyeing step, the variegated colours added using complimentary plants sources. Mordants have been used to ensure longevity of colours. Each skein is unique.
Colours have been photographed as accurately as possible.
Worsted spun yarn
This skein is 100g / 400m.
Gauge: Needle Size: 2.75-3.25mm, tension 28sts x 36rows per 10cm
Hand wash finished garment in warm water using wool wash only.
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Shipping details
- Ships from Kaipara, New Zealand.
- $5.20 Standard post within NZ
(Free with another item) - Rural delivery charge applies.
Pick up by arrangement. - If there is no suitable option for you listed above, contact nuku to enquire about alternative payment or shipping options.
Infusing plant colours and patterns from the landscape onto natural fibres.
