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.

CHARDON is the french term for many species of thorny plants including Thistle, which is the national emblem of Scotland. I have always been fascinated by everything Celtic. Maybe it's because my great-grandfather was Irish...- Louise

• Composition: 75% Baby Suri Alpaca, 25% Mulberry Silk
• Quantity (Weight): 50 grams
• Length: 420 meters (459 yds)
• Gauge: 18 - 25 stitches = 10 cm (4 in)
• Needles: 3,5 - 5mm (US 4 - 8)
• Care: Hand-wash in cold water, dry flat
  

If you love Louise Robert's Suri Alpaca, you will fall in love with its lace version, the Petite Suri. Petite Suri is perfect to substitute Kid Silk yarns if you are intolerant to mohair! 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.