Coffee Dog Yarn

Hand dyed, hand-spun, and locally sourced wool yarns, as well as incredibly high quality hand-knits. The response has been so overwhelming! I'm working on getting a more appropriate web presence, but in the meantime, you can find us here on Facebook, or on Ravelry and/or Etsy! Please PM me here if you have any questions, or you're welcome to post on the page as well. I'm doing my best to get back to everybody as quickly as possible! Products: hand-spun yarns hand-dyed yarns locally sourced yarns Hand knits Patterns

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Come and check us out on Etsy!

We were hit pretty hard with the holidays, and then RustyCon, but we've still got some really great handknits and both hand-spun and hand-dyed yarns, with new ones being put up just as soon as we can put the finishing touches on them. 

Coffee Dog Yarn was born at the end of last year, when we realized that we were getting a LOT of requests for the cool things that we do. We thought about this for quite awhile. "What could be better than creating wonderful fiber art (because we love doing it and we're gonna do it anyway) to share with our families, community, and people everywhere around the U.S. and the world? 

Colleen's still working on amazing new colorways for handpainting and pot-dyeing beautiful yarns--everything from lace-weight and fingering to bulkier ones perfect for warm winter beanies. Regan has found a new passion in needle felting, and has created some gorgeous and fun creations as well, like the Felted Faerie Hat featured here. In addition to this, she's been creating some really cool hand-spun yarns that would be perfect in one of your special knit, crocheted, or woven creations. 

https://www.etsy.com/listing/222044963/felted-faerie-hat?ref=listing-shop-header-1

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Ravenclaw scarf now available!

We just added Ravenclaw to the "Houses of Hogwarts" scarf collection! Slytherin is now in the works, and eventually we'll have Gryffindor ready to add. Check these out! They're super plush and soft, and so very full of 100% Peruvian wool warmth!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/222196126/houses-of-hogwarts-scarves-hufflepuff?

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"Houses of Hogwarts" Scarf: Hufflepuff

In the Pacific Northwest, where we live and work, there are two constants: Fans of the Harry Potter book series and cool, damp weather. We know you've had long discussions, debating at length about what houses you or someone else "belong to," and have probably even taken a "Sorting Hat Quiz" or two to substantiate your feelings about this highly important topic.

(For the record, both your artists here at Coffee Dog Yarn are Ravenclaws) :)

We've begun this collection with Hufflepuff, and we think you'll be pleased. Because it's loom-knit, it's thick (double knit) and incredibly warm. Made from 100% Peruvian wool, it's sure to protect you from even the most biting of dark and stormy nights as you embark on your magical adventures.

Scarf measures approximately 5 1/2 inches wide by 74 inches long. That's about 6' 2" of soft, handmade woolen enchantment! Right now, this is the only one available (we're working on the set--this just happened to be the first, and we wanted to make it available to you as soon as possible), so jump on this one, or steer your Hufflepuff friends our way so they can own this lovely creation.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/222196126/houses-of-hogwarts-scarf-hufflepuff?

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Like our Facebook page!

So it's sometimes difficult to get the word out that we exist and that we do amazing things--y'know, like create beautiful and lovely things from fiber. Things that you want on your body, or want to give someone else to put on their body. Seriously.

Please, go and like our Facebook page, and share it with everyone you know. In fact, we'll link you to the Etsy page as well, and you can share it with everyone also!  This helps us buy supplies and ship your purchases, and take care of little details like paying rent!

Thanks all of you for your support. Help us get likes, followers, and sales!

https://www.facebook.com/CoffeeDogYarn

https://www.etsy.com/shop/CoffeeDogYarn?ref=l2-shopheader-name

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Felted Faerie Hat

In the fields and woods around our lush, river-bottom farm, there's a lot of magic. Sometimes it is as overt and obvious as the miracles of life away from town--a blooming rose or a deep purple plum, or perhaps the "woosh" of a raven's wings just overhead. Other times, it's a bit more fleeting--a flit of light here, the twinkling of bells there among the leaves of the bamboo. It's not at all uncommon to find those tell-tale rings of mushrooms out in the walnut grove, or hear the laughter of pixies from deep within the fog rolling off the river.

The presence of the Fae folk is a part of why we chose our home and way of life, and we invite them along on all our adventures. Naturally, they love all things bright, cheerful, and cozy. In honor of them, we bring to you our new Felted Faerie Hat. I'll tell you something certain: there is an infinite amount of love and magic in each and every stitch of this bright, warm, cheerful earflap hat. From it's curly ties below to it's corkscrew top, the flowers, stars, and moon between will brighten your most enchanted of moments.

This hat will fit most teens and average adult noggins, and is PERFECT for those spring and summer Faerie festivals as well as the chilly outings you'll enjoy in cooler months. This is a one-of-a-kind creation, and this is the only one, so get it right away!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/222044963/felted-faerie-hat?

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Hand-painted Yarn: Jawbreakers

I've long had a serious love affair with nostalgic candies. There's something in the comfort that comes from their flavors, their textures, and their bright, bright colors--something that takes us back to simpler times.

Remember your first jawbreaker? The big kind--the kind that was physically impossible to actually put in your mouth? I sure do. I remember licking it. Trying to nibble it. It was beautiful and surely delicious, and I wished that I could actually EAT it! Remember the colors, and how they were all over your face and your hands as the result of your efforts? Oh, those vivid, sweetly enticing COLORS! My resourceful, five-year-old mind figured out the solution to this perplexing problem before too long, with some rummaging in my dad's toolbox for a hammer and the kitchen drawers for an empty bread sack. Soon, Victory was mine, and my lovely, colorful candy was ever so much more manageable!

Every once in awhile, I'll stumble upon some of these, and have to get one, just for old times' sake. I bet you do the same.

Here, we've captured the very essence of childhood in our "Jawbreakers" hand-painted fingering weight yarn. It's a sweet 440 yard hank of Merino wool and silk, and would make a lovely pair of short socks (to go with your Keds, of course!), or something else just as fun. There's only one of these available, so get it while you can!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/222019139/hand-painted-yarn-jawbreakers?

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New Items at Coffee Dog Yarn!

There are almost a half dozen new, hand-knit items in the store!

Left: Jayne Mitts! A cunning hat FOR YOUR HANDS! https://www.etsy.com/listing/220003692/jayne-mitts

Top Middle: The Miranda Bag. Knots, cables, and hidden meanings are *everywhere*: https://www.etsy.com/listing/220008933/miranda-bag

Top Right: A squishy, comfy flyboy cap for your noggin!https://www.etsy.com/listing/220007659/flyboy-cap

Bottom Middle: Inara mitts. Lacy decadence for those delicate autumn mornings... https://www.etsy.com/listing/220002574/inara-mitts

Bottom Right: THE SPORTSBALL SCARF! WOOT! Goooo Sportses!https://www.etsy.com/…/219999…/the-sportsball-scarf-you-want?

These are one of a kind items, so once they're gone, they're gone. Pick yours up today!

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Hand-Dyed Yarn: "Superhero"

Once upon a time in the rich and fertile farmlands to the south of Puget Sound, a woman I know was busily creating amazing colorways and hand-dyeing beautiful yarns when--out of nowhere--came (like they do) a mutant Bluejay Bee-thing. Try though she did to avoid getting stung, her efforts were to no avail. (Insert *awwwwww* here) Within hours, the mysterious and powerful venom of this fierce and completely imaginary creature transformed our dear artist into. . . .you guessed it, a Superhero. It's yet to be fully determined just what--if any--miraculous, world-saving powers our Hero has, but now that the swelling has gone down, she's back at work creating more fabulous colorways for you, so does that really even matter?  This superfun fingering weight yarn is 100% Peruvian wool and would look brightly stunning knit into a lace shawl or an awesome pair of socks for the Superhero in your life! Use your imagination (as we have), and make this bold piece of art your own! There are only 2 skeins available, approximately 225 yards each.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/220009476/hand-dyed-yarn-superhero?

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Hand-dyed Yarn: "Black Sky Sappho"

Waves crest white against the layered crystal blues of the Agean; the sky deepens on the horizon as night begins to approach. Soon all will be black--in Sappho's own words, "Upon the eyes, night's dark slumber poured down." Passion for poetry, art, music, and love are the denizens of this enchanted bedtime; will you sleep? We think not, because you'll be creating something beautiful and magical of your own from this stunning 440 yard skein of hand-dyed fingering weight yarn! It's a luxurious blend of Merino wool and silk, and it was created to captivate.  Beautiful and one-of-a-kind like the Poetess herself, "Sappho" is waiting for you.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/219514674/hand-dyed-yarn-black-sky-sappho

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Hand-dyed Yarn: "Shadows"

Just before the sun sets, the fog begins rolling into the deepest forest glades. There, a majestic red stag struts through the undergrowth and stops in the clearing, his steamy breath adding to the mist. Can you feel the magic? Listen closely, and you may hear the secrets he tells--the secrets of the forest at dusk.

Weave (or knit, or crochet) your own deep forest secrets with this gorgeous, brand new hand-dyed yarn. It's a fingering weight superwash wool and nylon blend, and this skein yields 440 yards of ferns, moss, cedar, and twilight.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/219506533/hand-dyed-yarn-shadows

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Hand-dyed Yarn: "Wild Hunt"

The night is deep on the moor; you're thankful for the crackling fire and steaming mug of tea beside you. Pull the blanket up a little higher on your lap--wait!

What's that? Bells? Hoofbeats?

At the far-off blare of a hunting horn, you're certain you can hear the deep blue of the growing night torn by black. The shadowed depths of forest green shudder as the wind picks up. As the floor beneath you ceases its trembling, you smile grimly, sip your tea, and stoke the hearth.

The Wild Hunt rides tonight, me dearies!

Not to worry, though! We've got a brand new, hand-painted Aran weight yarn all set to become a part of your next project. 100% Andean wool, its 92 yards of warmth will take the chill from even the deepest, darkest of nights.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/219509525/hand-dyed-yarn-wild-hunt?

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These just went in the store! I can make you a sportsball hat for ANY team. And you can order team-spirit Frost mitts too! (Frost mitts are already in the store - just tell me what team colors you'd like when you order them).

This is a super-fun hat and an awesome way to show your team spirit! Please let me know what team you'd like YOUR very own sportsball hat to represent. (Hint: the one shown was just made because I seriously love my dedicated PacNW peeps, but you don't have to limit your team(s) or your sport!) Available in Regular and Extra Large sizes, these super awesome hats are machine washable, and chances are, you'll want one for yourself and for all your friends. Make this wonderful piece of sports kitsch a part of your fan gear.! Hockey, Baseball, basketball, football, soccer, rugby, college sports, semi-pro, WHATEVER sport you're into. Just tell me the name of the team when you order, and I'll make it happen.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/218813171/sportsball-hats?

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RustyCon Sale!

COFFEE DOG IS HAVING A SALE!!!! Getting ready for Rusty Con! Everything in the Coffee Dog Etsy store is on sale from now until Monday, January 19, in celebration of the Con! just use coupon code RUSTYCON15 in our shop and you'll automatically save some dough!

https://www.etsy.com/shop/CoffeeDogYarn?ref=ss_profile

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2 Color Edelweiss Hat!

This gorgeous, chunky hat has ALL of the slouch. I can do this in any color combinations you want, as well as any fiber you desire (sheep's wool, alpaca, acrylic, or blends), and for an additional $5.00, I will add two buttons of your choice.Just send me a message and let me know what you'd like your Edelweiss to look like.

https://www.etsy.com/listing/217461008/2-color-edelweiss-hat?

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Cousteau Mitts

All explorers need to stay warm, and who wouldn't love a little friend to help guide them along in their adventures. Entre Cousteau! These super lightweight (but oh so warm!) mitts come with their very own adventurous octopus, whose name - of course - is Cousteau. He won't be very helpful getting you from the Space Needle to the market, but he will always be willing to give you a tour of the mysterious fathoms below. These gorgeous and fun mitts can be made in any color combinations and any type of fiber that you desire. Just let me know what you'd like, and I can make it happen. Also, please let me know if you have a preference for the placement of Cousteau on the mitt itself!

https://www.etsy.com/listing/217453400/cousteau-mitts?ref=listing-shop-header-0

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Shiny! A person walks down the street in this cunning hat, and people know they're not afraid of anything! This Jayne hat is one size fits all, and is pretty darn stretchy. It is made from a wool acrylic blend yarn, and only comes in the colors shown in the picture (because Jayne).

https://www.etsy.com/listing/217454483/jayne-hat?ref=listing-shop-header-0

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Single Color Edelweiss Hat

This gorgeous, chunky hat has ALL of the slouch, and costs $30.00. I can do this in any color you want, as well as any fiber you desire (sheep's wool, alpaca, acrylic, or blends). For an additional $5.00, I will add two buttons of your choice. Just send me a message and let me know what you'd like your Edelweiss to look like. Shipping is $5.00 in the U.S.; $3.00 if combined with another item.