This hand-dyed artisanal yarn is no ordinary knitting yarn: the designer behind the knitting patterns Louise Robert Design meticulously created this beautiful collection.

It's by studying the color pallets that represent her life and career over the years that designer Louise Robert was able to imagine all of the variety available in these hand-dyed artisanal yarns.

ARDOISE, or slate, is a stone once used by teachers to make writing boards to teach their students. For me, slate is a symbol of knowledge transmission. - Louise

• Composition: 100% Merino wool sw
• Quantity (Weight): 100 grams, 3,5 oz
• Length: 200 meters (220 yds)
• Sample: 20 - 22 stitches = 10 cm (4 in)
• Needles: 4 - 4.5 mm (US #6-7)
• Care: Hand-wash in cold water, dry flat

You will fall in love with this perfect merino worsted by Louise Robert Design. Whether you are knitting a scarf, a shawl or a sweater, there's nothing better than a beautifully crafted yarn designed by a passionate knitter for knitting enthusiasts.

With the growing popularity of natural fibers and wool, knowing how to wash your woolies is a scorching topic!

Since we grew up in the era of synthetic fibers and the washing machine, the return to nature imposes a little reminder of the basic rules. Click here to find more info about how to wash hand-dyed yarns.