Blog · Colours and inspiration
Autumn settles in, the light grows softer, the leaves take on blazing hues and walks in the forest become a source of inspiration.
At the Une Louve dans les Bois studio, this season invites us to dream up new projects and rediscover the pleasure of knitting soft, cosy yarns full of nuance.
Copper, rust, burgundy, moss green, ochre or deep brown… Autumn colours offer a wonderful palette for creating unique pieces to wear all season long.
And what if you let nature inspire your next knitting project?
Autumn colours: a palette inspired by nature
Autumn is probably one of the most colourful seasons. Contrary to popular belief, it is not just orange and brown. It offers a multitude of shades, from the brightest to the deepest. Find them all in our hand-dyed wool colour chart.
Copper and rust: the warmth of autumn leaves
These warm shades — « Fall » for the copper, « Au coin du feu (By the fireside) » for the rust — recall the leaves carpeting forest paths and the last light of the sun.
On a shawl, a hat or a sweater, they bring character and depth to a project. They pair particularly well with ecrus, natural beiges and browns, but can also be combined with a navy blue such as « Sailors and fishermen » for a bolder contrast.
Moss greens: a walk through the woods
Between « Brocéliande », « Forêt noire (Black Forest) », « Sous les tilleuls (Under the linden trees) » and « En terres d’Irlande (In the lands of Ireland) », these plant-inspired shades recall moss and ferns and landscapes still vibrant despite the first cold days.
They bring a natural elegance to knitted pieces and suit both accessories and garments you want to wear for several seasons.
Burgundies and plums: deep, enveloping colours
The shades « Érables en automne (Maples in autumn) », « Petite griotte (Little morello cherry) » and « 1001 nuits (1001 Nights) » recall wild berries, dark foliage and the light at the end of the day.
These colours are ideal for a project that is both elegant and timeless. They stand on their own in a simple piece or can add a sophisticated touch to a multicoloured project.
Ochres and golds: rays of sunshine in your stitches
Inspired by golden leaves and dried grasses, ochres light up an autumn palette: « Ruée vers l’or (Gold rush) », « Cassonade (Brown sugar) ».
They combine wonderfully with rust tones, deep greens and browns. A few contrasting rows, a border or a colourwork motif are sometimes enough to transform a project.
What will your autumn colour be this year?
Take the time to browse our available colours and find the skein that will bring your next project to life.
Discover the hand-dyed wool from Une Louve dans les Bois and let autumn onto your needles.