DMC Tapestry Wool (Laine Colbert) – 100% Virgin Wool – 8m Skein

DMC Tapestry Wool (Laine Colbert) is a premium quality 4-ply twisted thread made from 100% soft virgin wool, offering excellent canvas coverage and a smooth, even texture. Made in France to the highest standards, this combed and twilled wool is specifically designed for traditional tapestry and needlepoint projects while offering exceptional versatility for contemporary creative work.

Available Colours

I currently stock 20 colours as I am gradually replacing my stock of Anchor tapisserie wool which is being discontinued. Additional colours can be ordered quickly and easily – simply message me with your requirements as many other shades are readily available to order. Please read the Colour Disclaimer page before ordering to understand how on-screen colours may differ from the actual product colours.

Please note that the colour / shades names are DMC’s (I haven’t made them up!).
Where Pearlescent and Metallic is mentioned, this is the way DMC chose to describe that particular shade but there aren’t any particular effect within the wool (as far as I can tell anyway).

Product Specifications

• 100% soft virgin wool – premium quality fibres for long-lasting results
• 4-ply twisted construction – combed and twilled for smooth, even texture
• Excellent canvas coverage – provides consistent stitching results
• Colourfast and moth-proof – maintains quality and protects finished projects
• Made in France – traditional craftsmanship and quality assurance
• 8 metres per skein – generous length for most projects

Versatility & Applications

While DMC Tapestry Wool is the traditional choice for tapestry and needlepoint projects, its versatility makes it perfect for canvas embroidery and needlepoint work, tapestry cushion fronts and wall hangings, mindful stitching and therapeutic needlework, small bags and decorative pouches, general decorative needlework projects.

Yorkshire button making – it is the perfect thickness for size 8 looms and ideal for mini pin cushions (see my Kit in a Tin). The wool’s natural properties make it particularly suitable for pin cushions, as wool is gentle on pins and helps maintain their sharpness.

Care & Usage Instructions

Working Tips

For best results, work with yarn lengths not exceeding 50cm to minimize tangling and maintain thread integrity.

Care Instructions:

• Hard wearing and stain resistant
• Colourfast construction maintains vibrant colours
• Dry clean only – not suitable for wet hand or machine wash
• Do not tumble dry
• Only press with an iron on its lowest setting if necessary, using a clean dry ironing cloth
• Naturally fire resistant