Hand Dyed OURANOS
Hand Dyed OURANOS
Gentile Di Lucania Wool - Italy
2-ply carded wool - Sport Weight
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OURANOS * “or·anós” - Greek for God of the Heavens.
Gentile di Lucania is a 2-ply carded sport weight yarn that is gently twisted. Knitting with this extraordinarily soft, voluminous, and light yarn is a true pleasure.
Content: 100% 2-ply Italian Wool
Weight: approx. 50 g / 1.76 oz
Length: 175 m / 191 yds
Gauge: 5.75-6.25 stitches per inch, sport-weight
Suggested Knitting Needle: US 4-6 (3.5-4 mm)
Suggested Crochet Hook: E-F (3.5-4 mm)
Recommended Care: Hand wash cold, lay flat to dry.
More Info:
- 21 microns and lengths of around 50 millimeters.
- 100% developed, sourced, processed, spun in Italy, and hand dyed in Greece.
About the fiber
About the fiber
Efforts have been dedicated to recovering the last flocks of the pure breed and initiating a biodiversity preservation program as explained more in Our Story. Choosing Gentile di Lucania yarn means more than acquiring wool; you're wrapping yourself in history, tradition, and a commitment to a brighter, sustainable future.
THE WOOL
These sheep live the good life in the Basilicata region, roaming free among the ancient forests. Based in the Italian Biella textile district our supply chain is a well-guarded secret, ensuring quality and embracing social and environmental sustainability at every step.
THE FIBER PROCESS
All processing takes place in Biella's luxury textile district, home to ancient and invaluable craftsmanship where the human touch still makes a significant difference.
The hand-dyed colors of the Elements Capsule are crafted by Tréliz, representing an excellence in Mediterranean creativity and artisanal work.
Recommended Care
Recommended Care
Handle our soft and delightful yarn with care. It's delicate nature requires gentle attention for a soft, airy fluff finish. Be mindful of its fragility when winding and knitting with it. With proper care, your final product will showcase the beauty of this yarn without any compromise in quality.
WET-BLOCKING
- Fill a sink or basin with cold water.
- Submerge the fabric in water, gently squeezing out any air bubbles so that the piece can remain under water without being held there.
- Soak work for 30 minutes or longer allowing fabric to become completely saturated.
- Remove excess moisture by rolling your fabric between clean, dry towels with light pressure.
- Lay fabric flat and shape to air dry.
Hand Dyed Process
Hand Dyed Process
Our hand dyed yarns are professionally hand dyed by Treliz, and the dyes are not meant to bleed or fade. Because hand dyed yarn is unique and no two skeins will be exactly alike you are more apt to get a closer match by purchasing enough yarn now to complete your project. We recommend alternating skeins to prevent possible pooling, flashing or a sudden shift of color. When knitting your project work 1-2 row stripes alternating from 2 balls of yarn and carrying up the side of your project.
