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We are a small, independent yarn-dyeing studio nestled in Ōamaru, New Zealand, where every skein is hand-dyed to inspire joy in your creative projects.

02/11/2026

Our Around the World in 12 Skeins adventure continues.

After wandering the streets of London, this month we're heading somewhere a little warmer, Marrakech. From vibrant spice markets and intricate mosaics to sunbaked walls and glowing lanterns, this month's inspiration is bursting with colour, texture, and adventure.

The listing is now open until 10th November and will be shipped during the last week of the month. If you've paid for the quarterly or annual subscription you can sit back, relax and take in the sights.

If you'd like to join us this month, comment November and I'll send you the link.

27/10/2026

It's time to reveal the Around the World in 12 Skeins October skein.

Main: Ooh-La-La
Mini: Montmartre Midnight

In September our trip took us to Paris, home of the iconic Eiffel Twoer, Arce De Triomphe and the gentle sweep of the river Seine. A city with a cultural history steeped in art, poetry and romance. Paris has inspired countless love stories and was the perfect muse for the September colourway.

18/10/2026

Sometimes what starts out as a mistake when dyeing a colourway can turn into the most stunning colourway. We have added 6 skeins of 'Hidden Treasure' on 4ply Stratus and 4ply Orion to the shop.

These will not be repeated so make sure you buy enough for your project.

04/10/2026

Anyone who knows me knows that I have a weakness for project bags, especially those made by Claire of InStitches. I am beyond excited to share that Purple Sprouting will soon be stocking InStitches project bags and notions pouches! They should be available in the next few days, so watch this space. I think you're going to love them as much as I do.

02/10/2026

Your next stop on our 'Around the world in 12 skeins' is here.

The October instalment, as well as the October to December quarterly instalment, is now available for preorder.

We're saying au revoir to Paris and heading to London where historic landmarks and famous sights such as the London Eye, Elizabeth Tower (Big Ben) awaits.

Preorders closed 10 October.

30/09/2026

It's been a busy couple of days in the studio dyei g up some Faded Dreams, Nightshade Blooms and After the Ball. What you can't see is some Lithium and Verdi.

28/09/2026

It's time to reveal the August colourway for our Around the World in 12 Skeins yarn club.

In August we headed South to Barcelona, home of the Sagrada Familia, sunlit stained-glass windows and the colourful mosaics that ripple through the city's architecture.

Main: Gaudi's Confetti
Mini: Catalan Daydream

24/09/2026

New yarn alert! We're delighted to be stocking Naturally Yarns New Zealand Merino Prints DK in 5 colours.

This is a beautifully soft and bouncy merino yarn with self-patterning colours that unfold as you knit or crochet.

It's soft against the skin, making it a lovely choice for baby and children's knits and everyday pieces.

21/09/2026

The Topelt Shawl is a delightful crochet pattern by Katy Petersen of .

The construction is simple and a great introduction to short rows. First the lace edging is created with the body being filled in using short rows.

This version was crocheted using 165g of 5ply Luna yarn in the colourway Life in a Glasshouse.

Life in a Glasshouse has been restocked on our 5ply Luna, 4ply Twinkle and 2ply Aura yarn bases.

Address

12A Harbour Street
Oamaru
9400

Opening Hours

Monday	10am - 3pm
Thursday	10am - 3pm
Friday	10am - 3pm
Saturday	10am - 3pm
Sunday	10am - 3pm

Website

http://www.purplesprouting.com/, https://www.instagram.com/purplesproutingnz/

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