KnitfreeordyeShop

Hand dyed yarn from and inspired by Canada's North.

Hay River, Canada

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Danielle Sachs

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NatoriJen on Aug 17, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Dispatched quickly! Colours are beautiful, and had a personal message attached. Was a lovely package! I can't wait to find the perfect pattern to go with this perfect yarn!

Thirst- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn

Thirst- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn
Brenda on Jul 20, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Amazing service, shipped so fast!

Quarantine Crafting- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn mini skein set

Quarantine Crafting- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn mini skein set
Brenda on Jul 13, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Great service & delivery was quick! Unique names caught my eye, the names are as creatively artistic as the colors 🌈the yarn is exceptional to touch. we all need some fun in our lives right now.

Thrift Shop Denim- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn

Thrift Shop Denim- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn
Robert on Jun 24, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Lovely, beautifully dyed yarn. Delivered promptly, excellent and friendly communication along the way, and delightful surprise included with my order. Looking forward to working with this yarn.

Sun on my Face- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn

Sun on my Face- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn
Liz on Jun 22, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely beautiful set of yarn that is colour coordinated going from a plain cream to a dark beautiful navy blue that is still speckled with the base colours. I have never seen a more beautiful coordinated collection like this that spans from a light colour to a very dark colour. Have already started crocheting 🧶 with it! The names of the skeins will put a smile on your face! Love the name of the set too!

Quarantine Crafting- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn mini skein set

Quarantine Crafting- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn mini skein set
Julie on Jun 15, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Love lagoon, it’s a bright beautiful green. Yarn is so soft. The OOAK colour matches perfectly!

Custom order for Julie

Custom order for Julie
Julie on Jun 6, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Lovely bright colour. It’s rich and saturated. Yarn is soft and squishy. Danielle added in some extras and a personal note which was a nice surprise!

Stained- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn

Stained- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn
Julie on Jun 6, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Colours are bright and vibrant! Yarn is very soft. Danielle is quickly becoming on of my favourite dyers and I check back frequently for new colours!

Fishing Derby- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn

Fishing Derby- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn
Helen on Jun 6, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful yarn with fabulous names and very thoughtful packaging. Was super happy after receiving this squishy mail!

Quarantine Crafting- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn mini skein set

Quarantine Crafting- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn mini skein set
Heather on May 27, 2020

5 out of 5 stars

Beautiful colour, very vibrant and fun :)

Diesel- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn

Diesel- Hand dyed fingering/sock weight merino and nylon yarn

About KnitfreeordyeShop

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Just like the Northern Lights, hand dyed yarn is different every time.
Magpie is one of my current favourites.
Here are two versions of Great Slave Wave getting ready for a special project.
Preacher themed yarn out on the drying racks.
Inspired by an abandoned mine, Pine Point was my first sock blank gradient.

Showcasing the North one skein at a time.

Well hello there!
My name is Danielle, I'm a longtime knitter, average spinner, crochet dabbler and indie dyer.
I live in Hay River, a small community in the Northwest Territories. My goal is to showcase the beauty of my home with northern inspired yarns.
Taking my cues from the seasons, wildlife and environment, I dye small batches in my home.

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Last updated on Jun 12, 2016

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Last updated on May 18, 2022

Frequently asked questions

Custom and personalized orders

I'm always open to custom orders. If you have something in mind please contact me and we'll work together to create something just for you.

Gift wrapping and packaging

If you're buying for someone else I have different labels I can include that do not include the price. Just include a note in your order and I'll take special care to make it a beautiful surprise.

Shipping charges

Canada Post charges rates based on postal codes and as of right now there's no way to customize a drop down menu for Canadian destinations on Etsy. Because of this I charge a flat rate. If there's a significant difference I'll issue a refund of the difference in the shipping cost once the item is shipped.

Why is my yarn bleeding?

Hand dyed yarn can bleed a little bit once the yarn or finished object is soaking. Certain colours may bleed more than others.
The colours won't fade with special care.
Each batch is soaked in a professional wool wash and rinsed clear before drying, but sometimes things go wrong.
If you're really unsatisfied, that means I may have screwed something up in the dyeing and fixing process.
If that's the case, message me and we'll make sure you're satisfied.

Care instructions

Although some of our yarn is labelled superwash, for best results, I prefer to handwash is cool or lukewarm water.
I use a basin of cool water with a bit of Soak rinse less wool wash.
After soaking, I pour out the water and lay the knit item flat to dry.