Laughing Cat Fibers
Boreas — John William Waterhouse Series
Boreas — John William Waterhouse Series
Inspired by Boreas by John William Waterhouse, this art-inspired colorway draws from the dramatic movement and emotional tension captured in the painting. Waterhouse’s work freezes a moment suspended between stillness and force — wind, fabric, and figure all caught mid-motion.
That sense of energy carries into this colorway. Cool, atmospheric tones are layered with depth and contrast, creating a palette that feels dynamic yet grounded. Subtle shifts in color echo the sweep of wind and the fluidity of the scene, bringing visual movement to finished fabric.
Pattern Shown in Photos
The sample shown is Leannan Worsted by All Knit Up Designs.
Knit by Laura Keevan of Laughing Cat Fibers
Pattern is not included with this purchase.
View the pattern on Ravelry:
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/leannan-worsted
Yarn Base Details
Siamese Sparkle Sock Yarn
75% Superwash Merino Wool / 20% Nylon / 5% Silver-Toned Stellina
2-ply · 438 yards per 100g skein
Manx Cat Recycled Nylon & Falkland Wool Sock Yarn
80% Superwash Falkland Wool / 20% Recycled Nylon
2-ply · 437 yards per 100g skein
Maine Coon Cashmere Blend Fingering Yarn
80% Superwash Wool (19 micron) / 10% Cashmere / 10% Recycled Nylon
4-ply · 437 yards per 100g skein
Toyger Cat Gold Fingering Yarn
92% Superwash Merino / 8% Gold Lurex
2-ply · 437 yards per 100g skein
Maine Coon Cashmere Blend DK Select Yarn
80% Extra-Fine Merino Wool (21.5 micron) / 10% Cashmere / 10% Recycled Nylon
4-ply · 246 yards per 100g skein
Lambkin DK Yarn
90% Extra-Fine Merino Wool (19.5 micron) / 10% Recycled Nylon
4-ply · 246 yards per 100g skein
Siberian Sparkle DK Yarn
75% Superwash Merino Wool / 20% Nylon / 5% Silver-Toned Stellina
4-ply · 231 yards per 100g skein
Pixie Bob Cat Worsted Yarn
100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool
4-ply · 219 yards per 100g skein
Sphynx Cat Superwash Bulky Yarn
100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool (21.5 micron)
2-ply · 109 yards per 100g skein
Pattern Shown in Photos
Patterns shown are for inspiration only and are not included with this purchase.Sample pieces may be knit by Laughing Cat Fibers or by independent sample makers using Laughing Cat Fibers yarn.
Please Note
All yarn is hand-dyed to order; color placement, saturation, and tonal variation will vary between skeins.
Each skein is dyed individually using layered techniques, making every skein unique.
For larger projects, alternating skeins is recommended for the most even color flow.
Colors may vary slightly depending on screen settings and lighting conditions.
Turnaround Time:
Please allow 4–6 weeks for dye-to-order yarns, especially during peak seasons. Each skein is carefully dyed, set, and finished by hand to ensure balance, depth, and consistency.
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Care Instructions
Care Instructions
*some bleeding of dye can occur with indie dyed yarns. Always hand wash in cool water and lay flat or block to dry
