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000 ($15-$28) Revolution Wool Co - Wool Yarn
000 ($15-$28) Revolution Wool Co - Wool Yarn
000 ($15-$28) Revolution Wool Co - Wool Yarn
000 ($15-$28) Revolution Wool Co - Wool Yarn
000 ($15-$28) Revolution Wool Co - Wool Yarn

000 ($15-$28) Revolution Wool Co - Wool Yarn

Wool grown on our family farm, milled into yarn at a Canadian mill and naturally dyed! Our yarn is minimally processed without the use of any harsh chemicals leaving desirable natural characteristics behind. You will notice a pleasing toothy feel with touches of lanolin. Our medium-weight yarn is ideal for any cozy project that comes to mind! Our Dorset and crossbreed farm yarn produces lofty and durable wool yarn yet soft enough to be next to the skin. Garments hold their shape and will last for generations while being easy to care for.   

Dyed by hand in small lots. Dyed using local plants and botanicals and sustainability sources natural dyes. Due to their naturally dyed nature, there is a slight dynamic range of tones to choose from. If purchasing for a larger project ensure you get enough as other lots may not be a colour match. Custom dyed lots are available upon request!     

When you buy a Revolution wool product you support Canadian fiber farmers and our local economy. As always our wool 100% proudly grown, milled and made in Canada!

Materials:
100% Canadian wool from our family farm. 

Why wool? 

  • Regulates body temperature
  • Breathable, wicking excess moisture away
  • Anti-bacterial & anti-microbial 
  • Inhibit the growth of bacteria, mould and mildew
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Resists dust mites
  • Resists odours
  • Durable & long-lasting
  • Natural fiber
  • Renewable resource
  • Biodegradable 
  • Fire resistant
  • Easy to care for
  • Naturally cleans the air

Why you love us? 

  • Supporting local farmers and community
  • Animal welfare, our sheep are a part of the family! 
  • 100% Proudly Canadian wool
  • High-quality standards
  • Our wool is grown and shorn on our family farm in Canada Ontario
  • Home to Canada’s best wool bedding!

 

 

3 REASONS WHY WE ONLY USE NATURAL DYES ON OUR WOOL YARN

Revolution Wool Company, we are passionate about creating long-lasting, sustainable products, all while having as little impact on the environment as possible. That is why we choose to dye all our wool yarn with natural materials that we can find around the farm instead of harsh chemicals that make up synthetic dyes.


The concept of natural dyes has been around for centuries, but synthetic dyes have become much more popular since they are cheaper and faster, and the colours most often turn out more vibrant. However, using synthetic dyes does not come without risk. They often contain harsh chemicals like mercury, lead, toluene and benzene. Although we can’t always avoid synthetic dyes, we like to put in the extra effort when we can, especially when there are so many natural resources available. When it comes to our wool yarn, here are three reasons why we choose natural resources to dye our wool yarn:

1 - Safer choice for people
People who work with synthetic dyes become incredibly sick from being exposed to these chemicals regularly. That doesn’t happen with natural dyes. Our natural dyes are derived from vegetable peels, fruit skins, trees, and plants that you can often find on the side of the road. There isn’t any chemical exposure in the process when you use natural dyes. It’s safer for those of us who are working with the dye and safer for the people who are wearing the dyed materials afterwards. All around, natural dyes are a safer choice.

2 - Less impact on the environment
Natural dyes leave nearly no impact on the environment. Yes, we pick the plants and flowers we use for natural dyes, but because they come from 100% natural and renewable sources, there is no lasting impact. Did you know that using natural dyes also requires less water? Not only are we using less water than synthetic dyes, but it also doesn’t leave contaminated water behind. A wash bath using natural dyes can be used multiple times and it’s 100% biodegradable!

3 - It offers more protection for your skin
Natural dyes are great for people with sensitive skin. Because no harsh chemicals are used in our dying process, your skin will never come into contact with that chemical residue left behind. Some of our natural dyes even offer antimicrobial and hypoallergenic properties (like indigo and sandalwood, for example).

And if those aren’t enough reasons to transition to natural dyes, here’s one more: studies have shown that natural dyes actually offer better UV protection than synthetic dyes. The darker the dye, the better the UV protection. Grab one of our dark blue skeins that we made using indigo! Your skin will thank you, the environment will thank you, and Revolution Wool Company will thank you!