Their Eyes Were Watching God — Banned Book Colorway

Inspired by Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston, this literature-inspired colorway honors a novel that has endured generations of challenge, censorship, and rediscovery. The story follows Janie Crawford as she searches for autonomy, voice, and meaning on her own terms — refusing to shrink herself to meet the expectations of others.

Hurston’s writing is lyrical and deeply rooted in place, centering Black life, love, and interior freedom at a time when those stories were routinely dismissed or suppressed. Long challenged and frequently banned, the novel confronts issues of race, gender, power, and self-determination while celebrating resilience, self-possession, and lived experience.

That legacy carries into this colorway. Grounded, expressive tones come together in a palette that feels steady and quietly strong — a yarn meant to be lived with slowly, allowing story, texture, and craft to unfold together.

Their Eyes Were Watching God translates Hurston’s enduring vision into fiber, honoring stories that insist on being told fully and without apology.

Yarn Base Details

Chartreuse Cat Sock / Fingering Yarn
75% Fine Superwash Merino Wool (21.5 micron) / 25% Recycled Nylon
4-ply · 437 yards per 100g skein
Half skein: 218 yards

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

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
Half skein: 123 yards

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
Half skein: 109 yards

Sphynx Cat Superwash Bulky Yarn
100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool (21.5 micron)
3-ply · 105 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 knitters using Laughing Cat Fibers yarn.

Please Note

All yarn is hand-dyed in small batches; no two skeins are identical.
For larger projects, alternating skeins is recommended for the most even color flow.

Because each skein is carefully dyed and thoughtfully curated by hand, please allow 4–6 weeks for turnaround, especially during peak seasons. Orders are created with intention and care—thank you for supporting slow, meaningful fiber.

Create Boldly. Read Freely.