Uploaded July 2021 | Updated September 2026, 11 hours ago

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Our Website: jarbon.com
RiverKnits' Website: riverknits.uk

TIME SIGNATURES
00:00 - intro
01:56 - Beci & Markus talk about their background and how they started dyeing yarn
03:09 - Becci gives us a tour of their space
10:24 - Dyeing demo
17:07 - All RiverKnits yarn is spun in the UK and non-superwash
19:36 - RiverKnits shop tour - DK yarns
25:14 - Naturally dyed skeins
26:33 - Beetle Magic Pullover
26:59 - Is there any difference between dyeing wool prior to spinning compared with after spinning?
28:04 - Chimera yarn
29:15 - 20th Anniversary Limited Edition Hand Dyed Appledore
35:53 - How long does it take to develop a new shade?
39:12 - Different colour combos
41:17 - Advice on moth protection
45:02 - Becci & Markus give us a tune
50:05 - Outro


YARNS & PATTERNS MENTIONED
You'll be able to find RiverKnits' brilliant selection of yarns here: riverknits.uk
Katie's Beetle Magic Jumper: etsy.com/uk/listing/1005958291/beetle-magic-pdf-knitting-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_2&crt=1
20th Anniversary Limited Edition Hand Dyed Appledore: jarbon.com/product/mow-special-hand-dyed-appledore-dk


Many thanks to Becci & Markus for taking the time to chat with us as part of our Mill Open Weekend, 2021 celebrations!


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