Devon Sun Yarns

Exciting News! Dedri and I have managed to squeeze in another yarn retreat for 2018, in early December 7-9th . Join us for a winter retreat, spend the weekend by the fire, crocheting and relaxing with like minded women. They’ll be time to work on your own projects and a special project to complete over the weekend, as well as a workshop on how to dye yarn. More details on the website, Places are limited and sell out fast, who’s joining us? https://www.devonsunyarns.co.uk/…/winte r-yarn-crochet-retr…/

Autumn colours are here! I’ve added a green dye to my range of dyes so you can get some gorgeous leafy greens at home too! All these colours were dyed using the green, orange and black dyes that you can buy on my website, and are safe to use at home with pets and children around. If there’s another colour you are waiting for please let me know! Which of these four is your favourite? I love the dark pumpkin colour.

Autumn is now officially here so I’m cracking out the autumn colours. I dyed these little mini skeins, using the new orange dye from my range of food safe dyes. These dyes can be used in your home kitchen and are safe to be used around pets and children. And, they make the most amazing colours! I love how a bright orange turns into the most wonderful pumpkin shade with just a hint of the black dye - both colours are available to buy on the website, and so are these cute mini skeins, 20g of sparkly perfection!

My fingers were freezing this morning when I left the house. Definitely glove weather! It reminded me I have these gorgeous skeins of chunky yarn to add to the shop update, they’ll be a preview sale over in my Facebook group later to day, so come over and join us if you aren’t already there. And if you have a favourite mitten pattern, please let me know!

Autumn has arrived in Devon! I’m cracking out the chunky Yarns, I’ve just done a shop update and there’s a few more to add later too. Do you like using autumn colours for your autumn projects or do you stick with colour? I quite like the idea of some bright accessories, this pink is one of the new colours in the update this week. What do you think?

I hope it’s this pretty when it’s finished!! Dyeing with natural dyes is so much fun, it’s so special when you have grown the dye, made the dye stock and then dyed the yarn. But, I’m still learning so I have no idea how this one will turn out, or if this colour will stick around. I’m guessing it will actually come out a very pale lilac grey but I won’t know for a few days. Any guesses as to what made this amazing dye stock?

I’ve been trying some new things this year. One of them is growing and harvesting my own dyes. These wonderful dahlias were grown by my son, and I used a few of the wonderful heads to dye these amazing shades of yellow, mustard, and grey. It’s quite amazing that so many shades came from just one plant. I’ve dyed enough for something quick and chunky for now, and something that’s part of a bigger longer project too so I’m really looking forward to working with these Yarns through the summer. A little bit of summer sunshine for the cold winter days! Don’t worry, I’m not switching over to flower power for the dyes, but it’s lovely to work on something new too.

This is one of my favourite sock blanks, in the speckle rainbow colourway, so I’m so pleased that @sandyparleknits decided to cast on as soon as she bought it! Do you stash for later or get started straight away?

We had rain all weekend here! All day and all night, it just didn’t seem to stop. But this morning, the sunshine is back, the sky is blue again and we have been rewarded with green everywhere! The garden, the grass and the fields have all suddenly come to life , and it reminded me of this bright green yarn I dyed back in the spring. I love dyeing yarn blanks, so I’ve added a few more choices to the website in different weights ( including DK which I’m really excited about! Gradient cowls all round this autumn!)

I’ve had lots of requests for undyed yarn in heavier weights so I’m adding lots of new bases to the website today. They’ll be Aran weight superwash merino like this lovely yarn dyed at a yarn retreat last year. It’s bouncy and soft and so great for beginners to dye as it takes the colours beautifully. What colours would you go for?

Tiny little confetti sprinkles - I love this kind of pretty yarn and it’s so lovely to see it working up. Thank you @soul.knit.sew for sharing this photo of your knitting and using the #devonsunyarns

Sock blanks. They are the thing I love most about handdyed yarn , because they just look so beautiful before they are used. I especially love this one with a splattered rainbow but I know it’s hard for people to imagine what they look like when they are worked up. I’m working on a little guide to help with that, as these are just too good not to be used straight away!
What do you think about sock blanks? Love them or not so sure yet? Let me know.

Sock blanks. They are the thing I love most about handdyed yarn , because they just look so beautiful before they are used. I especially love this one with a splattered rainbow but I know it’s hard for people to imagine what they look like when they are worked up. I’m working on a little guide to help with that, as these are just too good not to be used straight away!
What do you think about sock blanks? Love them or not so sure yet? Let me know.

So it looks like our little heat wave has come to an end, or at least is having a break this weekend. It’s started raining here, but still feels warm. And whilst I don’t mind the rain ( the fields need it!) I was hoping to see the lunar eclipse tonight and it’s cloudy! So, instead I’m going to plan some big winter projects, and I’m thinking maybe this year I’ll tackle a jumper. I prefer small projects and ones where fit doesn’t matter too much, so this will be a real challenge for me. What about you? Do you have any challenging projects on the go?
This Hot Pink is part of the summer sale, and would make the most amazing contrast yarn in a shawl or for really fun socks. Just pop me a message if your stash needs an injection of pink!

Do you still love yarn in the summer? I’m a big summer fan, but even I would quite like a little breeze and some rain overnight please! I still love wool in the summer though, and always have a little portable project in my bag for a few rows at the park or on the beach. Socks are perfect for that but I’m thinking about starting a little motif blanket too so i can work on motifs whilst out and about. What about you? What are your favourite summer projects?

Do you have a favourite style of hand dyed yarn? It’s something I often get asked, and this marbled style is probably my favourite. The way you can have so many different shades blending together is mesmerising and I love that every skein will be completely individual. It’s also my favourite style to dye as well. What’s your favourite style?

These colours - I feel like these are my summer yarn colours, but I’m trying to think about autumn colours and knitting some gloves in rich, dark tonnes for winter. I feel all discombobulated 😂 Is it just me, that themes their knitting to the season? Maybe that’ll be my excuse for not having my winter woolies ready for when this summer finally makes way for autumn!
This is a single ply Merino, in sock weight and it’s so curly and bouncy I absolutely adore it! This little summer selection are the last of the summer Yarns and are on sale now, find them over in my Facebook group or just message me here. EDIT. ALL SOLD

Self striping sock yarn. Is there anything more magical? These little balls might look like sweeties but let me tell you, there is nothing sweet about the effort that goes into dyeing them not to mention making them look like this! Because they are so labour intensive, I don’t make very many and these are my last three for a while. If you want one, speak up now! They are in the summer sale at £15 each, just let me know here which one you’d like.

Are you a member of the Devon Sun Yarnies Facebook group? There's lots of chat about yarn, knitting, Crochet, and monthly giveaways too - in fact there's one just about to start! Pop over and join us https://www.facebook.com/groups/140426034 9870504/

Yet another wonderful parcel from daisy. A surprise from a friend that daisy posted to me, beautiful yarn that reminds me of my first my little pony when I was a little girl. Can't wait to use it.

Wow, did not know of this at all. You're cool! You're colors are just so awesome! I look at them and immediately think, "Oh I could make this or I could make that!" LOL! Nice job!

Truly stunning, one of a kind yarns. Really beautiful. You can tell Daisy what your perfect colour way is and she can match it perfectly. Everybody should have some Devon Sun yarns in their stash. I got the perfect cashmere rainbow grad. Customer service is excellent.

So beautiful and vibrant...the incredible quality makes it so worth while

Received a gorgeous skien from you! Absolutely love it and the little delicate wash was awesome! Tyty so so much x

I've ordered a few yarn boxes and have recently subscribed to the monthly yarn box. I'm always impressed by the quality of the yarn and the wonderful little goodies that are always included in the boxes.

I've had several things from Daisy and I've loved all of them. Most recently a 200g surprise box with yarn purple and one gold. It is luxuriously luscious. I'm going to make aspring/summer cowl.

I won a yarn box just before Christmas. I was so excited! It arrived a few days after Christmas (and by that point I had forgotten), it was a lovely surprise! I love all the little bits in it & the yarn is divine! Thank you!

I won a surprise yarn box. It arrived promptly and was full of lovely goodies. Smelled divine and had the most fabulous twist of yarn in a deep purple. Extremely snuggly and soft with a hint of sparkle. Very very happy customer

I was very pleased with my Devon Sun yarns. The colors are so vibrant!! I will be coming back for more. Thank you!!

I love the boxes. I live in AUS and I still can't get over how fast they arrive. I'm like a little kid when my postie pulls up with my new club box.

I love the beautiful colorways... I am anxious to get some in my studio and see what comes off my hooks... LOL

I have just received my surprise box and oh my goodness I don't think I could be any more excited and over the moon if I tried! My yarn is absolutely stunning and will become a shawl / wrap for me. All the little extra gifts are just adorable and have absolutely made my day! I know what I will be asking for this birthday ����� xxxx

I have bought "Sprightly" and "Twinkle" to knit the Zarya shawl. I bought my yarn from Taj Crafts on the Isle of Wight. The colours are stunning and when the Shawl is finished I will post a picture.

Great customer service. Purchased my skein while at Yarndale and wanted to buy the lot! Great range and excellent style.

Brilliant service and the yarn is just so lovely. It is so soft, the colours are just gorgeous - it's almost too good to use.

An absolutely lovely weekend at the yarn retreat, new friends, new skills and wonderful food. Plus of course, all the beautiful yarn.

Amazing yarn in stunning colours. Have had huge amounts from Daisy and all have been wonderful. Yarn retreats are just wonderful. Thank you for sharing your skills and being so accommodating. Xxxxx

A wonderful weekend with great workshops, fabulous food and a relaxed atmosphere. If you're thinking about a retreat, do this one - I've been twice now �

Yet another wonderful parcel from daisy. A surprise from a friend that daisy posted to me, beautiful yarn that reminds me of my first my little pony when I was a little girl. Can't wait to use it.

Wow, did not know of this at all. You're cool! You're colors are just so awesome! I look at them and immediately think, "Oh I could make this or I could make that!" LOL! Nice job!

Truly stunning, one of a kind yarns. Really beautiful. You can tell Daisy what your perfect colour way is and she can match it perfectly. Everybody should have some Devon Sun yarns in their stash. I got the perfect cashmere rainbow grad. Customer service is excellent.

So beautiful and vibrant...the incredible quality makes it so worth while

Received a gorgeous skien from you! Absolutely love it and the little delicate wash was awesome! Tyty so so much x

I've ordered a few yarn boxes and have recently subscribed to the monthly yarn box. I'm always impressed by the quality of the yarn and the wonderful little goodies that are always included in the boxes.

I've had several things from Daisy and I've loved all of them. Most recently a 200g surprise box with yarn purple and one gold. It is luxuriously luscious. I'm going to make aspring/summer cowl.

I won a yarn box just before Christmas. I was so excited! It arrived a few days after Christmas (and by that point I had forgotten), it was a lovely surprise! I love all the little bits in it & the yarn is divine! Thank you!

I won a surprise yarn box. It arrived promptly and was full of lovely goodies. Smelled divine and had the most fabulous twist of yarn in a deep purple. Extremely snuggly and soft with a hint of sparkle. Very very happy customer

I was very pleased with my Devon Sun yarns. The colors are so vibrant!! I will be coming back for more. Thank you!!

I love the boxes. I live in AUS and I still can't get over how fast they arrive. I'm like a little kid when my postie pulls up with my new club box.

I love the beautiful colorways... I am anxious to get some in my studio and see what comes off my hooks... LOL

I have just received my surprise box and oh my goodness I don't think I could be any more excited and over the moon if I tried! My yarn is absolutely stunning and will become a shawl / wrap for me. All the little extra gifts are just adorable and have absolutely made my day! I know what I will be asking for this birthday ����� xxxx

I have bought "Sprightly" and "Twinkle" to knit the Zarya shawl. I bought my yarn from Taj Crafts on the Isle of Wight. The colours are stunning and when the Shawl is finished I will post a picture.

Great customer service. Purchased my skein while at Yarndale and wanted to buy the lot! Great range and excellent style.

Brilliant service and the yarn is just so lovely. It is so soft, the colours are just gorgeous - it's almost too good to use.

An absolutely lovely weekend at the yarn retreat, new friends, new skills and wonderful food. Plus of course, all the beautiful yarn.

Amazing yarn in stunning colours. Have had huge amounts from Daisy and all have been wonderful. Yarn retreats are just wonderful. Thank you for sharing your skills and being so accommodating. Xxxxx

A wonderful weekend with great workshops, fabulous food and a relaxed atmosphere. If you're thinking about a retreat, do this one - I've been twice now �