A Natural Dyes Collection

The Tempera Collection by DHG brings together coordinating shades of extra-fine Merino wool tops to create a range of marled fibre blends for hand spinning, felting and fibre crafts.

The extra-fine Merino is sourced from both Australia and South America from strictly mulesing-free lots, carefully selected to ensure consistent quality between batches.

Supporting sustainability, DHG ensures the dye process complies with Oeko-Tex Standard 100 and the dye house complies with GOTS 5.0 and GRS certifications.

With its next to skin softness and exciting palette of colour fusion the Tempera Collection extra-fine Merino wool tops will suit a range of textile applications where colour play is the feature.

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THE FIBRE

FIBRE: Extra fine Merino wool tops, 19 microns
CONSTRUCTION: Combed sliver
ORIGIN: Fibre sourced in Australia and South America
PRODUCTION: Dyed and milled in Italy
NET WEIGHT: Approx. 23g/m
YARDAGE: Approx. 4m/100g

Colourways Available

ABOUT WOOL TOPs

Wool tops is a commercially prepared wool product in which the wool fibres undergo a mechanical combing process to straighten and align the fibres.

The result is an extremely smooth, silky fibre preparation favoured by hand spinners and textile artists.

Use wool tops for hand-spinning, weaving, needle and wet felting, giant knitting and a myriad of textile art projects.

ABOUT DHG

Dyeing House Gallery have been in the business of dyeing textile fibres and yarns since 1952. Their mission, to make their long-standing expertise available to all artists, artisans, designers and crafters.

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Bio Shetland By BC Garn is a 100% wool, Shetland style yarn with Global  Organic  Textile Standard (GOTS) certification.

The worsted spun, 2 ply construction yields a smooth and drapey fabric with unexpectedly light results when knit or woven.

Each shade is infused with a melange of colour made possible by ‘dyeing in the wool’, where the wool fibres are dyed prior to spinning, making the palette vibrate.

With its GOTS certification, this yarn meets strict ecological and social criteria to ensure the entire supply chain meets the leading worldwide standard for organic textile production.

You’ll find Bio Shetland ideal for a range of woven and knit pieces, with particularly stunning results when working colourwork and lace details in the knitted fabric.

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THE YARN

FIBRE CONTENT: 100% Pure Wool
NET WEIGHT: 50g (1.75oz) per skein
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Light Fingering / 3 ply
APPROX. YARDAGE: 280m (306yd)
CONSTRUCTION: Worsted spun, 2 plies, light twist
ORIGIN: Dyed and milled in Turkey
CARE: Cold hand wash (see notes below)

Colourways Available

GAUGE

KNITTING

24-32 stitches over 10cm, using 2.5-4mm needles (6-8 stitches per inch, US size 2-6 needles)

CROCHET

2.25-3.5mm hook (US size B-1 - E-4 hook)

WEAVING FOR YARDAGE

12 epi (50 ends / 10cm)

TAPESTRY WEAVING (WEFT FACED WEAVES)

4 epi (16 ends / 10cm) – 6-8 strands
6 epi (24 ends / 10cm) – 4-6 strands
8 epi (32 ends / 10cm) – 2-4 Strands

FELTING

Work the piece 10% to 20% larger than the intended size. It’s highly recommended that a test swatch be made applying your intended finishing technique to assess the variables of the fabric.

PROJECT SUGGESTIONS

Bio Shetland GOTS is suitable for a range of knit and crochet pieces. For project inspiration check out our pattern favourites on RAVELRY.

ABOUT GOTS CERTIFICATION

The Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS) is the leading textile processing standard for organic fibres. The aim is to define and maintain an internationally recognized requirement to ensure the organic status of textiles, from harvesting of the raw materials through to environmentally and socially responsible manufacturing, in order to provide credible assurance to the end consumer. To learn more about the standard and certification process please visit www.global-standard.org.

ABOUT BC GARN

BC Garn is a family run business based in Germany. They are known for their selection of natural fibres and extensive colour palettes. They produce a collection of GOTS certified yarns.

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Introducing Schacht Spindle Co.’s Inkle Loom, perfect for weaving bands and belts.

We were impressed by the generous warp length of 2.5 meters, open side for ease of warping, and a tension bar with an easy-grip knob for fine adjustments as you weave.

The all timber construction is second to none and built for years of heavy use. We love the silky smooth hard maple that is left unfinished for a clean and crisp aesthetic that will appeal to the modern weaver.

It arrives fully assembled and we’ve included a Schacht belt shuttle and a 25 pack of weaving cards so you can use it straight out of the box!

FEATURES YOU’LL LOVE

• Warp width of 11cm (4.5")

• Generous warp length of up to 2.5m (8.5') when using continuous warp method

• Warp tensioning knob

• Made from silky smooth hard maple timber

• Made in USA

OUR INKLE LOOM KIT INCLUDES…

• 1 x Inkle Loom with adjustable warp tensioning bar

• 1 x Belt Shuttle

• 1 x Weaving cards, 25 pack

• 1 x 8 Page instruction booklet

Find the complete specifications HERE.

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SCHACHT INKLE LOOM

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Combining shiny viscose, hardwearing polyester, and a metallic filament, Kremke Soul Wool brings you Stellaris - a soft and fine metallic thread for textile crafting.

Stellaris can be worked on its own at a fine gauge but the real excitement begins when the metallic thread is stranded with other yarns and fibres to create unique textures and visual elements in your creative pieces.

The thin thread is easily worked alongside your base yarns to give your final fabrics - whether woven, knit or crocheted - a flicker of glitter when worn or admired.

Use it with exuberance to add an all over shimmer or just sparingly for a pop sparkle.

With its generous yardage and exciting metallic colour pallet, Stellaris by Kremke Soul Wool offers a new glittery world to explore.

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THE FIBRE

FIBRE CONTENT: 47% viscose, 41% polyester, 12% metallic filament
NET WEIGHT: 25g (0.88 oz) per reel
APPROX. YARDAGE: 560m (612 yards)
YARN WEIGHT EQUIVALENT: Lace / 2 Ply
CONSTRUCTION: Plied
CARE: Cold hand wash, dry flat / can be dry cleaned

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WORKING THE YARN

Stellaris is suitable for but not limited to knitting, crochet and weaving. It can be worked as a single thread or stranded with other fibres to create unique contrast and texture.

We suggest experimenting with this yarn using your chosen tools and techniques to develop a fabric that best suits your needs.

When using a single strand, the manufacturer suggests a knitted gauge of 40 stitches over 10cm (4'') on 1.5mm (US000) needles.

ABOUT KREMKE SOUL WOOL

Kremke Soul Wool are known for their selection of natural fibres and extensive colour palettes, bringing together a carefully curated range of ‘yarns with soul’.

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Louët have masterfully distilled their commitment to quality, design, and craftsmanship to bring you the S95 Victoria spinning wheel. Arguably, the lightest and most portable upright double-treadle spinning wheel on the market today.

Weighing in at just 3.6 kilos, the S95’s ultra-light and compact folding design is delivered fully assembled with a maintenance-free clear lacquered finish.

Though small in size the double treadle and centred orifice ensure an ergonomic spinning experience. While having utilized the standard Louët flyer and bobbin range, there is no compromise on bobbin capacity.

With its Scotch tension drive system geared for three speeds, customizable orifice diameters, and optional high-speed kit, the S95 will suit everyone from the novice spinner to those seeking the ultimate in precision spinning.

With its classic minimalist styling and compact design, the Louët S95 Victoria spinning wheel is the ideal companion for travel spinning, spinning with friends or just solitary contemplation at your wheel.

FEATURES YOU’LL LOVE

• Comes fully assembled, use it straight out of the box!

• Scotch tension (flyer led) drive system for precision spinning.

• Geared for three speeds to help you expertly manage the forming yarn.

• Flyer with sliding guides for fuss-free yarn management.

• Hassle free bobbin changes, it’s as easy as releasing the bobbin brake and pulling the flyer and bobbin away from the pully.

• Customizable orifice diameter, handy when spinning finer yarns.

• Maintenance free clear lacquer finish that coats every surface and prevents the timber from drying out.

• Light and compact folding design that can be discreetly tucked away when not in use.

• Classic minimalist design with a contemporary feel that will stand the test of time.

PRODUCT DEMONSTRATION

We’ve put together a short video to demonstrate all the best features of the S95.

Take a look to see how easy it is to fold/unfold the wheel, connect the footman, assemble the flyer, and begin spinning on the Louët S95 Victoria.

LOOM & SPINDLE’S S95 KIT INCLUDES…

• S95 Victoria spinning wheel

• 3 Scotch tension bobbins

• Scotch tension flyer with sliding guides

• Black poly drive band

• A Lazy Kate for two bobbins

• Loom & Spindle Leader Yarn 3 Pack

• Loom & Spindle Yarn Gauge

See complete specifications - HERE

CUSTOMISATION AND ACCESSORIES

The S95 spinning wheel has a range of optional accessories. This range includes:

• High-speed set with three bobbins (ratio 1:20)

• Art yarn flyer with Irish tension mother of all

• Third shaft to extend the lazy kate for three bobbins

• Bobbin racks and a stand-alone Lazy Kate

• Padded storage bag, which can be used as a backpack or shoulder bag

For custom order enquiries please get in touch to discuss your needs. We would love to help you out!

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LOUËT S95 VICTORIA