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Where does yarn Canada ship from?

Where does yarn Canada ship from?

Canada
We ship anywhere in Canada and all orders ship from within Canada so there’s no need to worry about border delays or duties. All prices are in Canadian currency. Our goal is to provide you with an extensive selection of yarn, patterns, knitting tools and accessories.

What is Canadian wool?

Canadian wool is noticeably different than other wool – our sheep live in extreme temperatures and so their wool is loftier (more fluffy and bulky) and often of better quality than other wools. Learn more about the Canadian Wool We Use and How it is Grown in our blog!

How long does yarn Canada take to ship?

Shipping Times: Most orders ship out next business day. Typically it takes between 2-6 business days from the day you order to the day your order reaches your door. Shipping times depend on where you are located in Canada.

Does hobby ship to Canada?

Special information for orders shipped to Canada: ? Please be aware that all orders with a retail value totalling $20 CAD (approx. 15 USD) or more, will be subject to import duties and handling fees. For more information about this, contact your local customs authority.

Is mulesing legal in Canada?

Mulesing is not an acceptable practice in Canada.

What is Buffalo wool?

What is it? Just like merino wool is grown by merino sheep, bison wool is grown by bison, also called American buffalo. Bison down, which makes up the animal’s undercoat, is a soft fiber with a micron count of about 15, which means the individual fibers have a very small diameter and are incredibly soft.

What is the difference between DK and worsted weight yarn?

Worsted is thicker than DK. Worsted is sometimes known as 10 ply yarn, while DK is referred to as 8 ply. Although DK is lighter than worsted, they are both considered to be medium weight yarns, and they’re often used for the same kind of projects.

Where does 100% wool yarn come from?

All of our 100% wool yarn and wool blend yarns are spun from 100% pure new wool and exotic fiber sourced direct from farmers in Western Canada and through the Canadian Co-operative Wool Growers.

Canadian wool is noticeably different than other wool – our sheep live in extreme temperatures and so their wool is loftier (more fluffy and bulky) and often of better quality than other wools. Learn more about the Canadian Wool We Use and How it is Grown in our blog!

What’s in the knitca yarn store?

Welcome to the Knitca yarn store! Feel free to browse our selection of natural fibre yarns, knitting needles, crochet hooks, notions, buttons, patterns, and kits and get all the supplies you need for your next project.

Why choose custom Woolen Mills yarns?

Processed on our antique woolen carding and spinning system, Custom Woolen Mills yarns are excellet for hand-work such as knitting, crochet, weaving, dyeing, and rug hooking. They have lots of loft and bloom beautifully with their first wash.