Violet Bordello— Tonal Colorway

Violet Bordello is one of my core tonal recipes — a deep, jewel-toned wine and violet designed to bring richness, drama, and cohesion to a wide range of palettes.

Saturated without reading flat and dark without tipping muddy, Violet Bordello lives in that lush in-between space where plum, berry, and shadowed violet meet. It delivers visual weight and elegance while remaining calm enough to function as a true workhorse tonal.

This tonal was created with versatility and contrast in mind. It pairs beautifully with florals, painterly speckles, and complex colorways, allowing statement skeins to breathe while grounding the overall composition of a project.

Whether used for cuffs, heels, borders, brioche contrast, colorwork grounding, or full garments, Violet Bordello is a confident, flexible tonal designed to elevate without competing.

Yarn Base Details

Chartreuse Cat Sock / Fingering Yarn
Half skeins only
75% Fine Superwash Merino Wool (21.5 micron) / 25% Recycled Nylon
4-ply
218 yards per half skein

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 Superwash Merino Wool (21.5 micron) / 10% Cashmere / 10% Recycled Nylon
4-ply · 246 yards per 100g skein

Lambkin DK Yarn
Full and half skeins available
90% Extra-Fine Merino Wool (19.5 micron) / 10% Recycled Nylon
4-ply
Full skein: 246 yards
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
Full and half skeins available
100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool
4-ply
Full skein: 219 yards
Half skein: 109 yards

Sphynx Cat Superwash Bulky Yarn
100% Fine Superwash Merino Wool
2-ply · 109 yards per 100g skein

Pattern Shown in Photos

The sample shown is the Orbit Cowl pattern.
Pattern available on Ravelry:
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/orbit-cowl-2

The sample was knit by Laura of Laughing Cat Fibers using Violet Bordello and The Soul of the Rose.

Patterns shown are for inspiration only and are not included with this purchase. Sample pieces may be knit or crocheted by Laughing Cat Fibers or independent makers using Laughing Cat Fibers yarn.

Please Note

All yarn is hand-dyed to order. No two skeins are identical.

Subtle variation in tone and saturation is expected and is part of the character of hand-dyed yarn.

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 dyed, set, and finished by hand to ensure depth, balance, and consistency.

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