De Rerum Natura
De Rerum Natura is a French natural yarn brand built on a slow fashion philosophy: fibres free of chemical processing, natural dyeing or responsible dyes, and full traceability of the raw material. The name, borrowed from Lucretius’ poem, says it all: on the nature of things.
Every yarn in the collection carries a story about its origin and about respect for the environment. It is the choice of knitters who look for authenticity beyond aesthetics.
Why De Rerum Natura
- Traceable European fibres: wool from flocks raised in France and Europe, with a declared origin.
- Responsible dyeing: natural pigments or low impact dyes, in warm, organic shades.
- No harsh chemical treatments: the fibre keeps its natural structure, which you can feel when knitting and wearing.
- Small scale production: limited batches, not mass production.
De Rerum Natura yarns at Nara Knits
| Yarn | Composition |
|---|---|
| Gilliatt | 100% merino wool |
| Antigone | 100% linen |
How to choose
Gilliatt is the house merino yarn, suited to sweaters and cardigans for the cold season, with an authentic rustic texture, different from industrially treated superwash merino.
Antigone is pure linen, designed for tops and summer pieces with a beautiful drape. Like all linen, it softens considerably after the first washes.
For the amount your project needs, use the yardage calculator. See also all available yarns.
Frequently asked questions
What does it mean that the wool is not superwash?
The superwash treatment coats the fibre with a layer of resin that prevents felting and allows machine washing, but it involves intensive chemical processes and changes the texture. Untreated wool keeps its natural scales, which means a fabric with more character and a better “memory” of its shape, in exchange for hand washing only.
Can De Rerum Natura yarns be machine washed?
No. As untreated fibres, they need hand washing in lukewarm water (maximum 30 °C), with a gentle detergent, without rubbing or wringing. Dry them flat on a level surface.
Is Antigone linen rough at first?
Pure linen starts with a firm texture that softens significantly after the first two or three washes and with wear. This is a feature of the fibre, not a flaw: a linen knit reaches its best texture after a few months of use.
