100% Indigenous Wool

Hand-Spun Himalayan White: The Artisan’s Canvas

Experience the soul of the mountains with yarn spun by the hands of Kangra’s village artisans.

This is not a factory reproduction. This is authentic, Hand-Spun Wool, crafted on the traditional Charkha (spinning wheel) or Takli (drop spindle) by local women in the Himachal Himalayas. Created from the fleece of indigenous sheep, this yarn possesses a "living" character that machines cannot replicate.

The color is not the harsh, chemical white of commercial wool, but a soft, Natural Cream/Ivory—the true color of the sheep. It is the ultimate foundation for designers who value heritage, texture, and the human touch in their textiles.

The Hand-Spun Advantage:

• The "Bloom" Factor: Because the wool is not compressed by heavy industrial rollers, the yarn retains microscopic air pockets. After the first wash, the fiber "blooms," becoming significantly softer, fluffier, and warmer than machine-spun equivalents.
• A Dyer’s Dream: This natural white wool is highly porous and untreated (no carbonization). It drinks up natural dyes—Indigo, Madder, Walnut, and Marigold—resulting in deep, vibrating colors that penetrate to the core of the fiber.
• High-Twist Energy: Hand-spun yarn carries the unique signature of the spinner. The slight variations in twist add a rustic, organic texture to woven fabrics, creating a surface that feels historical and bespoke. 

Technical Specifications

• Fiber: 100% Local Himalayan Wool (Indigenous Gaddi Breeds)
• Color: Natural White / Cream / Ivory (Undyed & Unbleached)
• Method: Hand-Carded and Hand-Spun
• Weight: Variable (Generally Aran / Worsted / Bulky due to hand process)
• Texture: Rustic, lofty, with natural thick-and-thin variation.
• Micron Count: Robust (Ideal for outerwear and rugs, not next-to-skin).

Production Guide: Working with "Live" Yarn

• For Natural Dyers: This is your premium base. The wool has been gently scoured but retains enough natural character to bond exceptionally well with botanical dyes.
• For Knitters: Hand-spun yarn often has "active twist." We recommend knitting a swatch and washing it first to see how the yarn settles. It is perfect for textured stitches like Moss Stitch or Garter Stitch which balance the twist.
• For Weavers: An incredible weft yarn. It provides bulk and warmth without weight, creating blankets that feel substantial but drape beautifully.

Ethical Supply Chain (Women-Led)

• Empowering Communities: Every skein provides direct income to rural women artisans in the Kangra Valley, allowing them to work from home and sustain their traditional craft.
• Low Carbon Footprint: From the sheep shearing to the final spinning, this production process uses virtually zero electricity. It is the definition of eco-friendly "Slow Fashion."

Ideal Applications

• Natural Dyeing Projects: The perfect base for workshops and indie dyers.
• Heritage Replicas: Ideal for costumes, museum-quality reproductions, and traditional Himachali weaving.
• Winter Wellness: Heavy socks, mittens, and outer-layers designed for true cold weather.

Care: Hand wash cold with pH-neutral soap. Lay flat to dry. (Expect some shedding and "blooming" upon first wash).

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.