LAINE COLBERT DMC 1 ECH 8M

Embroidery on canvas requires a robust and shiny wool that holds the stitch well: DMC Colbert tapestry wool meets these requirements with unrivaled finesse and regularity. The Osier 7505 color, a warm, slightly gray golden yellow, brings depth to paperbacks and cross stitches without overwhelming the work. Made in France, this wool benefits from textile know-how recognized for generations.

This 8 meter skein is made from 100% virgin wool , tightly spun to withstand multiple passes of the needle. The size 486 is suitable for medium to fine counting canvases: 18 to 22 points per 10 cm. The Osier 7505 shade goes well with neutral tones as well as blues or terracotta reds for a timeless classic look.

• Thread your needle with a length of 40 to 50 cm to prevent the fibers from breaking under repeated tension.
• Line in regular stitches, row by row, without stretching the mesh of the canvas: the wool needs its natural volume to cover well.
• At the end of each line, pass the thread under two or three points on the back of the work rather than tying a knot which would cause a chunk.
• Prepare a small assortment of Osier colors with other shaded Colbert Osiers to create a subtle gradient in shading.
• Wash your finished work in fresh water and neutral soap, dry it flat: the wool regains its initial suppleness without felting.

Combine this Osier 7505 wool with natural or ecru linen canvases for a discreet contrast, or complete your palette with shades from the Colbert range in pearl gray and taupe for harmonious projects.