LAINE COLBERT DMC 1 ECH 8M

Tapestry requires a robust and nuanced wool: Colbert 486 meets this requirement with its color Cordage beige 7162, a soft and timeless shade which adapts equally well to classic patterns and contemporary compositions. This 8 m skein in 100% French virgin wool offers the density and regularity essential for quickly covering your canvases, from the thinnest to the thickest.

Composition and origin : 100% pure wool, made in France. This natural material guarantees excellent durability, resistance to friction and remarkable resistance to washing. Cordage 7162 beige will not yellow over the years, unlike some synthetic shades.

Work with tapestry needles No. 16 to 20 depending on the density of your canvas. The thickness of this thread allows each point to be covered effectively without having to make multiple passes.

• For wide bases, divide the skein into two or three lengths according to your comfort: 30 to 40 cm needlepoints prevent premature fraying.
• Combine this warm beige with pearl grays or ochres to create subtle gradients and natural depth.
• Ideal for restoring old tapestries: its neutral tone blends discreetly into existing patterns.
• On a penelope or etamine canvas, a single thickness is enough for the solid areas; double for the contours to reinforce their presence.
• Dry cleaning or delicate washing in lukewarm water with a mild soap: virgin wool patinates nicely without losing its qualities.

Combine this wool with brick reds, navy blues or sage greens for harmonious and grounded compositions. Small-format canvases – cushions, key rings, frames – reach their perfection with this type of robust and shiny thread.