One of artyarns handpainted tonal yarn colors, beautiful and subtle 916 is a H series - H stands for HUES. And hues is what this cashmere lace has - from a dark aubergine to a pale plummy purple. Def more blue than a bright or classic purple, this is a dusky mix of tones - use it with it's beaded silk and sequins partner to stunning effect. Included with this purchase, or any artyarns cashmere 1 yarn purchase, is the free lace knitting pattern ebook of free patterns!