Wool Skeins

Makeloo Studio, a forward-thinking textile workshop in Quebec, seamlessly blends environmental consciousness with originality. Their expertise lies in crafting yarns and fabrics from local fibres and wool, drawing inspiration from everyday stories to create unique textile pieces. The studio places great emphasis on hand-dyeing techniques inspired by everyday narratives.

Fundamental Values and Focus of the Studio:

Core principles include eco-friendliness, innovation, regional identity, historical significance, and biodiversity.

Makeloo Studio strives to forge meaningful community connections through its work and principles.

The studio promotes eco-responsibility, the circular economy, and regional socio-cultural growth through knowledge exchange facilitated by collaborations with like-minded partners.

Collaboration and Wool Selection:

Makeloo Studio collaborates closely with local producers to source the finest wool for their projects, supporting and advancing the sector through research and partnerships with specialized organizations.

Working with Quebec producers, the studio's yarns and wool recipes spotlight the diverse sheep breeds in Quebec and Canada, tailoring textiles to specific needs based on each breed's characteristics.

Hand-Dyeing Process and Sustainability:

Dyeing is meticulously done by hand using a citric acid base and natural, food-safe dyes for the wool.

The selection of dyes aims to reduce environmental and health risks while being mindful of the potential effects of certain dyes on the environment and health.