Undyed Wool Felt 3mm | Natural Wool Felt | Made in Europe

A dense wool felt in its natural, undyed state. Also available in 1–1.2mm wool felt for finer work.

This 3 mm wool felt is made from 100% mulesing-free wool and left undyed, allowing the natural tones of the fibres to come through.

Blending South American merino with European wool, the felt has a firm, structured quality while remaining soft to the touch. The natural shades range from light cream through to deeper greys, depending on the fibre mix.

Produced in Europe, this felt is suited to both creative work and more functional applications where durability and material integrity are important.

Available Sizes

Material & Origin

Colour Information

This felt is undyed, with natural variation depending on the wool blend.

Each piece may differ slightly in tone, reflecting the character of the fibre.

Key Properties

• mulesing-free wool
• undyed, natural tones
• dense and durable structure
• non-toxic and safe for children’s use
• naturally flame resistant
• suitable for insulation and interior use

Suitable For

• craft and textile work
• slippers and insoles
• interior applications
• wall and acoustic use
• natural material projects

Care

• wool wash programme recommended
• may shrink slightly
• iron on medium heat
• brush or vacuum to clean

Natural Material

Left in its natural state, this felt reflects the inherent qualities of wool — durable, breathable and quietly expressive.

Mixed Felt Beads 50 Pieces | Wool Felt Balls | Curated Colours

Curated colour sets for creative felt bead projects.

These handmade wool felt beads come in carefully selected colour palettes, making it easy to start a project without choosing individual colours.

Each set contains 50 beads (18mm) and is ideal for garlands, decorations, jewellery and craft work.

Soft, lightweight and tactile, these felt beads bring warmth and colour to a wide range of creative projects.

Colour Options

Product Details

Suitable For

• garlands and mobiles
• decorative projects
• jewellery making
• workshop kits
• children’s crafts
• home décor

Handmade Character

Each bead is individually handmade and may vary slightly in size (approx. up to 10%), giving each set a natural and authentic character.

Handmade Felt Beads 18mm | Wool Felt Balls | Craft & Jewellery

Soft, colourful felt beads for creative projects.

These handmade wool felt beads measure approximately 18 mm in diameter and are ideal for jewellery making, garlands and decorative craft projects.

Each bead is carefully handmade, giving it a slightly unique character and soft natural texture.

The beads are produced in Nepal by women artisans, providing fair employment and supporting traditional craft skills.

Product Details

Suitable For

• jewellery making
• necklaces and bracelets
• garlands and mobiles
• children’s crafts
• decorative mats
• seasonal decorations

Handmade Character

Each bead is individually handmade, so slight variations in size (up to approx. 10%) may occur. These variations add to the authentic handmade character of the felt beads.

WOOL JACQUARD SAMPLES – ERLANDI COLLECTION
6 × 10 × 10 cm Samples | Italian Merino Wool | Erlandi Series

To make sampling easier and more affordable, this listing offers the complete Erlandi Jacquard sample collection — featuring all six merino wool designs from our Italian-made series.

Each 10 × 10 cm (approx. 4 × 4 in) sample is mounted on sturdy card and clearly labelled with fabric specifications and prices for easy reference.

What You’ll Receive

• 1 × Erlandi – multicolour Jacquard merino knit
• 1 × Erlandi Storm – grey & black tones
• 1 × Erlandi Fire – red & terracotta
• 1 × Erlandi Frost – petrol & forest green
• 1 × Erlandi Berry – berry, magenta & lilac
• 1 × Erlandi Teal – teal, petrol & olive green

Each swatch represents the true texture, colour and weight of the fabric, helping you select your ideal material with confidence.

The Collection

• Material: 100% Merino Wool (Jacquard Knit)
• Origin: Italy
• Sample size: 10 × 10 cm (approx. 4 × 4 in) each
• Number of samples: 6 pieces
• Finish: Yarn-dyed, soft & breathable

Notes

These samples are intended to help you evaluate colour, pattern and texture before ordering full lengths.
Please note that minor colour variations may occur depending on your screen settings and natural light.

The Erlandi Collection brings together Italian craftsmanship, soft merino warmth and timeless Nordic-inspired design — now available as a complete tactile sample set.

EMMA: WOOL, COTTON & HEMP SOCKS (UNDYED, NATURALLY DURABLE)

Body: 60 % untreated sheep wool · 20 % unbleached cotton · 20 % hemp
Cuff: Same blend with a hair-thin elastic filament (<1 %, cuff only)
Sizes: EU 35–47 ~ see chart for US/UK conversions

Emma is our medium-weight natural sock, made from a durable, breathable blend of virgin wool, unbleached cotton and hemp. This clever construction offers softness next to the skin with the strength required for regular walking. Customers consistently comment on Emma's performance for hiking.

Undyed, unbleached, Emma showcases the natural variation of raw fibres, from optical wool white to creamy oatmeal.

The only synthetic element is a hair-thin elastic filament in the cuff, making up <1% of the total fibre content.

🌿 Natural Comfort in Every Thread

🧦 Natural Colour Variation

Every pair is unique; no dyes or bleaching used.

✨ Why They’re Special

• Medium-weight knit — ideal for year-round wear
• Wool for warmth, cotton for softness, hemp for durability
• Naturally breathable, insulating and odour-resistant
• Elastic only in the cuff (<1%) — gentle stay-up feel
• Made in Italy in small, responsible batches
• Plastic-free, compostable packaging
• Sizes EU 35–47

🧼 Care Instructions

WASH
• Hand wash or 30 °C delicate cycle with pH-neutral wool detergent
• Avoid bleach, enzymes, softeners, vinegar or bicarbonate

DRY
• Lay flat or hang in the shade
• Do not tumble dry, iron or dry clean

CARE TIPS
• Rotate wears every 2–3 days
• Smooth footwear interiors reduce abrasion
• Store with cedar or lavender to deter moths

📏 In a Nutshell

• Fibre: 60% wool, 20% cotton, 20% hemp
• Elastic: <1% filament in cuff only
• Fit: Standard length
• Colour: Undyed, natural fibre tones
• Sizes: EU 35–47
• Made: Italy
• Packaging: Compostable, plastic-free

Emma Socks – Naturally Dyed Wool, Cotton & Hemp | Durable & Breathable | EU 35–47

Body: 60% untreated sheep wool · 20% unbleached cotton · 20% hemp
Cuff: Same blend with a hair-thin elastic thread in the cuff only

Emma is our trusted medium-weight sock made from a clever blend of virgin wool, cotton, and hemp—durable enough for long walks and gentle enough for everyday wear. Now available in naturally dyed colours, each batch is unique and processed using only plants (with one exception—see below).

🧦 Natural Colour Variation

Each pair is naturally dyed by hand in small batches. Colours may vary slightly from batch to batch due to seasonal plant differences and hand-dyeing methods. Photos are representative — your pair may be slightly lighter or darker, but always beautiful and one of a kind.

🌿 Naturally Dyed Colours

🌟 Why They’re Special

• Medium weight – ideal for hiking and daily wear
• Clever fibre layout – for softness and duration
• Naturally insulating, breathable, and odour-resistant
• Naturally dyed with plant-based and traditional dyes
• Thin elastic thread in cuff only (remove before composting)
• Made in Italy in small batches
• Sizes EU 35–47 – see image gallery for US/UK size chart
• Plastic-free & compostable packaging

🧼 Care Instructions

• Hand wash or delicate 30 °C with pH-neutral wool detergent
• Keep out of direct sunlight (especially Yellow/Buckthorn)
• Avoid bleach, enzymes, vinegar, bicarb, and fabric softener
• Hang or lay flat to dry – no tumble drying
• Rotate wears for fibre recovery
• Smooth insoles extend sock life
• Store with lavender or cedar to deter moths

⚠️ Cuff contains minimal elastic (<1%) to keep socks up. Contact us if you have any fibre sensitivities.

Tibetan Yak Fibre – 16 Micron

Natural Dark Brown | Luxury Fibre for Spinning & Felting

The fine undercoat of the Tibetan yak, carefully combed by hand and naturally dark brown in colour.

At 16 microns, this fibre rivals cashmere for softness while offering exceptional warmth and resilience. Smooth yet slightly lofty, it produces yarns with depth, warmth, and understated sheen.

Suitable for

• Hand spinning (luxury fine yarns)
• Fine felting
• Blending with silk, cashmere or merino
• Garments worn next to the skin
• Warm accessories and lightweight layers

Produces soft, insulating yarn with natural colour richness.

Fibre Details

• 100% Yak hair
• 16 micron (extra fine)
• Combed preparation
• Natural dark brown
• Origin: Yak fibre from Tibet
• Combed in Tibet

Sustainability

Ethically collected from yak herds in Tibet, supporting traditional fibre production and local communities.

Dock Yellow Root – Cut
Source: Rumex spp. (Dock family)

Dock Yellow Root, cut and dried, is a traditional dye source used to create warm yellows and coral-pink tones on protein fibres. Thanks to its anthraquinone content, it offers colour versatility depending on the pH of your bath:

• In acidic to neutral conditions, expect golden yellows.

• In alkaline baths, it shifts to peachy or pink hues, particularly on silk.

This root also provides mild tannin action, making it suitable for cellulose.

Main Components:

• Anthraquinones

• Mild tannins

• Oxalates (naturally occurring)

Suggested Quantities (WOF):

• 30–50% for strong shades

• Simmer gently for 45–60 minutes

• Soak overnight to increase yield

Uses:

• Yellow and pink dyeing on wool & silk

• Alkaline baths for peach/pink tones

• Mild tannin pretreatment for cellulose

• Historical dyeing and iron modification

The Plant: Dock plants (Rumex spp.) grow widely in Europe. While often overlooked, the roots are rich in traditional dye compounds, producing yellow to coral tones with a rustic, natural charm.

Light Fastness: Medium

Form: Cut dried root

Tips:
Soak overnight before simmering. Adjust bath pH to explore colour shifts.

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YETI

Yak & Mulberry Silk | Laceweight / Light Fingering | Undyed Natural Colours

Yeti is one of the most refined yarns in our collection — an exceptional blend of Tibetan yak down and mulberry silk.

Yak fibre is among the softest and warmest natural fibres available, offering insulation, breathability, and remarkable softness. Blended with mulberry silk, the yarn gains strength, gentle luminosity, and fluid drape.

Spun as a balanced 3-ply yarn, Yeti combines softness with durability and produces fabrics of remarkable lightness and warmth.

Undyed and presented in its natural shades, this yarn reveals the inherent beauty of yak and silk fibres. Each colour reflects the natural tones of the animals and fibres themselves.

Spun in Mongolia using yak fibre from Tibet and mulberry silk from China, Yeti represents the highest level of fibre craftsmanship.

In a nutshell

Fibre: 50% yak hair, 50% mulberry silk
Yarn type: 3-ply (Nm 14/3)
Weight: 4ply/Fingering weight
Length: 466 m per 100 g skein
Skein weight: 100 g
Recommended needle size: 2–3 mm

Origin:
• Yak fibre from Tibet
• Mulberry silk from China

Production: Spun in Mongolia 🇲🇳
Colour: Undyed natural shades

What it is ideal for

• Lace shawls and wraps
• Lightweight sweaters and garments
• Fine scarves and accessories
• Textile art and weaving
• Garments worn close to the skin

Character

Yak fibre provides exceptional softness, warmth, and breathability. Silk contributes strength, sheen, and fluidity.

The result is a yarn of remarkable refinement — light, soft, and deeply comfortable to wear.

Undyed natural shades create depth and subtle tonal richness.

Care

Hand wash gently in cool water
Use wool-safe detergent
Reshape whilst damp
Dry flat

Shade continuity

This yarn is undyed. Subtle variation between skeins is a natural and valued characteristic of the fibre.

Colourways

Undyed natural shades:

Snow White – Natural off-white
Champagne – Pale warm beige
Silver Light – Soft silver-grey
Silver – Cool silver grey
Earth – Warm grey-brown
Black – Deep charcoal black

Each shade reflects the natural fibre colour.

Pattern inspiration

Check out Criostal, designed by Ailbíona McLochlainn a delicate shawl pattern that highlights the beauty of Yeti in its simplicity.

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