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We love the feel of thread and needle in our hands and there are often times when even the extensive selection of the DMC Six Strand Cotton Floss threads just don't work for our mending, darning or surface embellishment. The appeal of wool with this particular matte finish fills the spot perfectly.
Ideal for crewel work, embroidery, crewelwork, needlepoint, embellishment, weaving, miniature crochet, friendship bracelets, etc. Check out the Mender's Wardrobe pattern booklet for inspiration here.
This amazing DMC Eco Vita 360 Embroidery Crewel thread is an amazing thing. Here are some of the facts about this thread:
- 100% organic* Merino wool thread certified from non Mulesed wool
- Each 3 gram hank has 16m of thread per skein
- Non divisible thread approx thickness = 3 strands Mouliné, or 30% size of Colbert Wool 486
- Interesting range of 60 colours from soft neutrals to bold vibrant hues, the natural dyes give the thread a gently mottled appearance that adds a touch of authenticity and organic beauty to your makes
- Naturally dyed / no artificial chemicals are used in the dyeing process / Dyes from natural sources including berries, leaves, nuts
- Woolmark certification (for durability / colourfast / fade and sweat resistant / passed 4 tests: light/washing /rubbing /sweating)
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Handwash at 30 degrees
* Organic wool is a responsible alternative to conventional wool. It adheres to high standards that guarantee farming conditions, respect animals, the planet and people.
The characteristics of organic wool are as follows:
No use of hormonal treatments, which are harmful to both animals and humans.
Use of organic rearing areas and responsible pasture management (e.g., no use of pesticides)
Cleaning wool according to strict principles (e.g., without chemicals).
Banning the practice of mulesing**
**What is Mulesing?
Mulesing is a technique designed to prevent myiasis (a disease that Merino sheep catch that is characterized by the subcutaneous presence of fly larvae). It consists of scarring the skin around the sheep's tail, a barbaric and traumatic practice for the animal. Breeders practice mulesing to increase productivity. This practice is totally contrary to the animal's well-being.