LAINE COLBERT DMC 1 ECH 8M

DMC Colbert 486 tapestry wool in olive green 7359 is the essential ally for canvasers looking for a rich and nuanced material. This deep green, slightly grayed, brings depth to the works without ever seeming garish. Worked on small or medium count canvas, it creates smooth and regular surfaces, characteristic of the traditional canvas technique.

This 8 meter skein in 100% virgin wool offers recognized French manufacturing quality. The fiber, carefully combed, slides easily under the needle and does not lint, even after several passes. The DMC Colbert 486 does not separate into strands : it can be worked as a whole, which facilitates dense flat areas and subtle gradients. Its regular thickness is suitable for canvases with 18 to 22 stitches per inch, and tapestry needle no. 18 or 20.

You can vary this olive green by combining it with other shades from the same range. Taupe grays, warm beiges and blue-greens create natural harmonies. The lighter colors in the range — like pale greens or ecrus — also allow for effortless subtle shading plays.

• Work tapestry needle No. 18 or 20 on canvas with 18 to 22 stitches per inch for optimal regularity.
• Cut needles of 40 to 50 cm to prevent the fiber from fraying at the end of the work.
• Block your finished canvas with gentle steam to standardize the stitches and permanently fix the colors.
• Combine olive green with neutral shades — pearl gray, light taupe — for a timeless and elegant look.
• Use this color as a border or frame to delineate lighter areas and create contrast without visual overload.

Combine this wool with low-count canvas fabrics and DMC tapestry needles for a harmonious result. Blocking accessories and canvas clips complete your equipment for impeccable finishes. This French production guarantees consistency of color and quality throughout your project.