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I'm delighted to introduce a brand new collection of handwoven bracelets, the Matières collection. This collection is the fruit of a reflection on the choice of new natural materials, as well as on the finishing touches to achieve even greater simplicity.
The Matières collection consists of bracelets woven from natural wool from the Pyrenees, blended with French linen, a plant-based material with a unique feel and incredible strength.
A collection with multiple sources of inspiration
Linen is a natural plant material grown mainly in north-west France. Like wool, it has a number of virtues, including lightness, great strength and high absorbency. As a result, it is increasingly used in the textile sector, and is a material I prefer for my summer wardrobe because of its greater absorbency than cotton. What's more, growing linen doesn't require pesticides or a lot of water, but it's a delicate process because it's very weather-dependent (the amount of sunshine and water has to be kept to a minimum).
It feels very different to wool, which is why I thought it would be interesting to combine them to create natural variations in texture. Its solidity also makes it the yarn of choice for long-lasting bracelets that can be worn every day.
The combination of these two materials of plant and animal origin gives these bracelets a special character, and allowed me to experiment with new weaving techniques. The choice of bright colours contrasts with the colour of the wool, which I chose to keep natural (undyed yarns).
Each bracelet is unique, meaning that it is not the result of a model that I reproduce. I create each piece according to my imagination, which is generally inspired by the material, the colours and the desire to experiment with textures, as well as by my current feelings.
Linen and wool
I used linen as the warp thread. It comes from the Fonty spinning mill in France. It's 100% French linen, fine, soft and very strong.
For the weft yarns, I combined this same linen with wool from lourdaises and tarasconnaises ewes, collected in the Val d'Azun (High Pyrenees, France) and sorted by hand by myself before being sent to the Filature de Niaux in Ariège to be washed. I then take the wool back to my workshop in Belgium, where I live, and spin it into yarn. The wool is natural and has undergone no chemical treatment.
The colours ecru and dark brown are the natural colours of the sheep, the grey being obtained by mixing these two colours in various proportions.
Sizes
Each bracelet is finished in linen with a macramé sliding knot that allows for a wider range of sizes.
Each minimum and maximum length is indicated in the bracelet description.
I can also adapt to your needs. If the proposed sizes don't suit you, we can discuss creating a made-to-measure bracelet together. Don't hesitate to contact me by email at knittyandwoolly@gmail.com or via the contact form, I'll be happy to advise you.
Packaging your bracelet
Each bracelet is first protected by a sheet of silk paper, which is recyclable and contains no chlorine or acid. The bracelet is then packaged in a European-made box, made from FSC-certified natural cardboard and water-based glue. These boxes contain no foam, which I don't find useful here. The boxes are therefore recyclable, but the main idea is that you can reuse them to store your bracelet or other items of jewellery. Finally, each box is slipped into an organic cotton pouch that you can also reuse to carry all sorts of little things. I really like these pouches, which can easily be slipped into a toiletry bag, for example. I also use them to store my knitting accessories!
I hope you'll enjoy these new models of woven wool and linen bracelets, and that they'll inspire you to find out more about these two extraordinary materials.
I hope to see you soon,
Fanny
Fondatrice de Knitty and Woolly
Choosing a woven bracelet created by Knitty and Woolly means :
-Adopting a little piece of the Pyrenees, wherever you are
-Giving yourself or a loved one a unique piece of jewellery, handmade with passion, that has meaning and tells a story
-Treat yourself or others while understanding the manufacturing process and the raw materials used in the product.
-Support the craft industry and my commitment to the wool industry
Care instructions for your bracelet
What should I do if I get a stain?
Wool is an exceptional natural fibre with many properties (see the Properties of wool page on my website). One of these is its ability to be self-cleaning and very dirt-repellent. It doesn't retain stains like other materials.
If for any reason a stain gets on your bracelet, you can follow these recommendations:
Soak the bracelet in cold or even lukewarm water (but not hot, and possibly with a mild soap-free detergent or a detergent compatible with wool), and rub very gently with your finger to remove it. Rinse with clean water, without rubbing.
-Wax the bracelet by sandwiching it in a towel and pressing it gently, without wringing it.
-Dry your bracelet flat.
Other tips for looking after your bracelet
-It's best not to shower with your bracelet on. The combination of hot water and rubbing will cause the wool to felt. Soaps such as shower gel could also damage it.
-As with other items of jewellery, avoid pulling hard on it to avoid breaking the fasteners or deforming it.
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