Pink Nector

Vintage Mauve: Premium Desi Oon & Indigenous Natural Dye Wool Yarns

Infuse your next heirloom garment with the romantic, muted tones of mountain botanicals. For designers who demand uncompromising quality and luminous, complex natural color, this unique botanical extraction is crafted specifically for you. Ethically sourced from the sweeping, high-altitude pastures of the Himalayan region, this pure desi oon weaves the raw essence of the earth right into your stitches. To achieve this stunning, dusty purplish-pink hue, we utilize an intense 50% extraction of Sappanwood—a 100% plant based dye—and intentionally shift the pH with a 10% Soda Ash modifier to unlock these beautiful, antique mauve tones.

THE SCARCITY OF NATURAL DYE WOOL YARNS Authentic botanical colorways cannot be rushed or mass-produced in a commercial factory. Achieving this delicate pH-shifted color requires immense precision and is strictly limited by seasonal botanical foraging and the natural yield of indigenous Himalayan sheep. When you invest in these indigenous wool yarns, you are securing a highly rare, artisan-crafted fiber that directly sustains local shepherd communities. Secure your sweater quantity today before this limited harvest is permanently allocated.

STUDIO SWATCH & GAUGE SPECS We rigorously swatch-test every batch in our studio so you can buy with total confidence and plan your garment gauge accurately:

• Base Yarn: Indigenous Himalayan Wool (Desi Oon)
• Dyestuff: 50% Sappanwood Extraction with 10% Soda Ash (pH Modifier)
• Stitch: Stockinette (Washed & Blocked)
• Gauge: 20 stitches x 34 rows = 10 cm (4 inches)

WHAT IS THIS WOOL LIKE TO KNIT WITH? Engineered for smooth, effortless crafting with a distinctively rustic soul. Sitting beautifully at 20–23 microns, this desi oon wool possesses a tactile, natural grip that traditional crafters covet. It features an incredible natural memory, snapping right back into shape to provide the ideal balance of beginner-friendly softness and master-level, pill-resistant durability.

WHAT CAN YOU MAKE WITH THIS YARN? This profound, earthy mauve is an exceptional choice for elegant, transitional wardrobes. It is highly recommended for lightweight spring cardigans, beautifully draped shawls, cozy winter accessories, or acting as a soft, romantic contrast color in complex stranded colorwork designs.

THE QUICK SPECS

• Fiber: 100% Desi Oon / Indigenous Wool Yarn (Ethically sourced from the Himalayan region)
• Color: Vintage Mauve (50% Sappanwood Extract + 10% Soda Ash)
• Weight: Artisanal Hand-Wound / 4-Ply
• Category: Buy natural dyeing yarns / Pure Himalayan wool yarn

CARE NOTE Gentle handwash or cool machine wash on a delicate cycle; dry flat in the shade. Because these are living yarns colored with pure botanical extracts and natural modifiers, tones may gently mellow and evolve over time—a highly sought-after hallmark of genuine, earth-friendly textiles.

For Customers in India

• Processing: 5 to 8 business days.
• Delivery: 4 to 7 business days after dispatch.
• Cost: ₹100 flat rate, or FREE on orders over ₹3,000.

For International Customers

• Processing: 5 to 8 business days.
• Delivery: 10 to 14 business days after dispatch.
• Cost: Calculated at checkout based on weight and destination.
• Customs & Duties: The recipient is responsible for all local import taxes, VAT, or customs fees.

For All Orders

• Tracking: Sent automatically via email as soon as the order leaves our Dharamshala studio.
• Cancellations & Changes: Must be requested via email (info@twistingyarns.com) within 24 hours of placing the order.
• Delays: Minor weather-related delays can occasionally occur due to heavy Himalayan snowfall.