Laughing Cat Fibers

The Color Purple — Banned Book Colorway

Inspired by The Color Purple by Alice Walker, this literature-inspired colorway draws from a novel where resilience, voice, and self-determination rise out of hardship and silence. Walker’s story is deeply personal and unflinchingly honest, centering Black women’s lives and inner worlds in ways that have long challenged systems of comfort, control, and censorship.

That emotional depth carries into this colorway. Layered purples form a rich, expressive base — ranging from soft violets to deep, shadowed plum — evoking both tenderness and strength. Subtle tonal shifts add dimension and movement, creating a palette that feels grounded, powerful, and quietly radiant.

The Color Purple honors Walker’s enduring legacy and the importance of stories that speak truth, even when they are repeatedly challenged for doing so. Translated into fiber, this colorway is a celebration of survival, voice, and creative freedom.

Check out the video show-and-tell included in the photos for a closer look at color, texture, and movement.

Pattern Shown in Photos

The sample shown was knit using Changing Staircases by Dragon Hoard Designs.
Knit by Megan Bube using Laughing Cat Fibers yarn.

View the pattern on Ravelry:
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/changing-staircases

Patterns shown are for inspiration only and are not included with this purchase.

Create Boldly. Read Freely.

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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Weight Siamese Sparkle Sock Yarn Manx Cat Falkland Wool & Nylon Sock Yarn Maine Coon Cashmere Blend Fingering Yarn Maine Coon Cashmere DK Select Yarn Lambkin DK Yarn Siberian Sparkle DK Yarn Pixie Bob Cat Worsted Yarn Sphinx Cat Superwash Bulky Yarn

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