Madonna & Child — Hand-Dyed Wool Roving

Madonna & Child is inspired by the work of Artemisia Gentileschi, whose paintings bring gravity, realism, and emotional authority to intimate subjects. Rather than idealized sweetness, her Madonna is grounded, watchful, and resolute — tenderness held within strength.

This colorway unfolds in deep, contemplative layers: shadowed teals and forest greens anchor the palette, while olive, ochre, and embered warmth move through the braid like quiet protection and lived experience. Subtle transitions and earthy depth give the roving a sense of weight and presence, with color shifting organically as it drafts.

Madonna & Child translates Gentileschi’s vision into fiber — intimate, protective, and profoundly human, with strength woven directly into softness.

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Breed-Specific Details

Falkland
Smooth and soft with an easy, even draft. Produces a round, balanced yarn with excellent versatility. Well-suited for consistent singles and multi-ply yarns.

Merino
Exceptionally soft with a fine, dense crimp. Drafts smoothly and spins into soft, elastic yarn with beautiful drape. Ideal for next-to-skin projects and spinners who love a plush hand feel.

Rambouillet
Springy and elastic with a denser feel. Drafts best with a controlled hand and produces lofty yarn with strong memory. Ideal for socks, hats, and textured stitches that benefit from bounce.

Romney
Sturdy and durable with a longer staple length. Drafts smoothly and spins into a strong, textured yarn. Excellent for weaving, outerwear, felting, and projects where structure and durability matter.

Targhee
Soft, bouncy, and forgiving to spin. Creates plush, lofty yarn with warmth and elasticity. A great choice for next-to-skin wearables and cozy garments.

Please Note

This roving is dyed to order. Please allow 4–6 weeks for processing.
Each braid is hand-dyed in small batches; no two are ever exactly alike.
Variations in color placement and saturation are a natural part of the hand-dyeing process.