This summer, Dragonfly Fibers sent out the following release, which was quite a surprise to those of us who have seen this hand dyed line in hundreds of locations for over a decade:
Proving once again that change is the only constant in life, the time has come for us to move on to the next phase in our lives. We have made the difficult decision to move on from this wonderful yarn business by the end of this year. Don’t worry! We are all OK.
We had originally planned to close the doors and wind down Dragonfly Fibers completely. However, a few of our fabulous colleagues have expressed interest in the business and we must pause to consider how it might be possible for the Colors of Happiness to continue in someone else's hands.
We want you to know that we have loved nearly every minute of this wild ride that is Dragonfly Fibers. Our hearts beat a little faster every time you share your enthusiasm with us. Honestly, this connection is what we will miss the most. Whether you've stocked our yarn once, or you've carried Dragonfly from the beginning, we have never take a single sale for granted.
I can't remember a time when I have walked into a fiber festival or LYS and not seen Dragonfly Fibers, so this was a surprise to me. Of course, lives change and businesses have to follow suit. But still, was a shock to me. Thankfully, it was enough of a surprise to enough people that two dyers who know Dragonfly from fiber festivals decided to step in and purchase the business together, and it's set to change hands next month. What does this mean for those of us who love their Van Gogh colors and others?
Will the colorways be exactly the same? Probably not, as they are different people and will no doubt put their own very talented spin on them. If you are a long-time customer, you may have noticed that our colors have evolved over time... This is the constantly changing nature of life! But never fear, we are incredibly proud of our colorways, and will be working very closely with Lisa and Amy insure that the Colors of Happiness remain amazing and true to themselves.
I'm so glad that Dragonfly Fibers will live on. Just in case the colors do change a bit more than expected, I'll be stashing several from the batch that just arrived here. We have quite a gorgeous array on Dragon Sock (100% superwash merino) and Djinni Sock (Merino/cashmere/nylon sock) right now, more than ever before. I just can't help myself when it comes to ordering their colors, their stuff is so vivid and saturated with color.
To celebrate this change, let's do a contest! Tell me in the comments below what are your two favorite colors (either on Dragon or Djinni) and I'll randomly choose one winner to get her choice. Please leave your comment (and perhaps some kind words and/or a memory of Dragonfly Fibers to Susan and Kate and Team Dragonfly) before noon EST this Friday, November 8.
Thank you, Dragonfly Fibers, for making us awesome yarn for so many years. I hope the fiber industry has been kind and good to you and that the care you've shown to all of us over the years is returned to you tenfold. May you ladies have all the good things!
So hard to choose, this has been on my want to try list for a while. DF DJINNI BIG APPLE and DF DJINNI HORTON HEARS A WHO are my top picks.
Posted by: Kim Kieffer | November 07, 2019 at 01:01 PM
They, as everyone says,are so gorgeous. I especially like Denali, because i’ve been there. It’s magnificence is beyond words! I also like Wine Country because it makes me think of St. Michele winery, which i’ve visited in the Seattle area.
Posted by: Carolyn Perry | November 07, 2019 at 01:09 PM
I've worn through socks in colors Arya and Winterfell. I also really love weathergirl.
Posted by: Heidi | November 07, 2019 at 01:15 PM
Beauty School Dropout and District 12. All colors are beautiful. Hard to pick just two.
Posted by: Stacy | November 07, 2019 at 01:29 PM
Starry Night and Aurora Borealis. Their colors are so vibrant and I always searched them out at festivals. Will miss their color sense.
Posted by: Deb Zurawski | November 07, 2019 at 01:30 PM
Djinni Starry Night or Bad Moon Rising, but you can't go wrong with any color or fiber from this company. I have a couple project's worth of Dragonfly Fibers yarn in my stash which I am grateful for. Excited to see where the new owners decide to take the company.
Posted by: Jenny Bezingue | November 07, 2019 at 01:46 PM
African daisy and van gogh
Posted by: Kathy Fox | November 07, 2019 at 02:09 PM
Starry night and sunflower have been favorites for a while. I’m thinking I should’ve gotten it sooner wonder future to your new endeavors
Posted by: Jessica | November 07, 2019 at 03:06 PM
Here's hoping the "Happiness" aspect of Colors of Happiness is lasting for all parties involved! My happy colors are Hygge and Peach Melba on Djinni.
Posted by: KimW | November 07, 2019 at 03:09 PM
Starry Night and Sunflowers are my favorites.
Posted by: Nathanne Verner | November 07, 2019 at 03:26 PM
I have not knit with Dragonfly yarn yet but all the colors are stunning. I love how saturated the colors are, and I love the variegated ones - I would have gone with Djinni Starry Night but sadly it is already sold out. But there are so many great colors it really is hard to choose. I would love to try Djinni West with the Night or Djinni Marilyn's Lips, after reading the comment about the socks that were 10 years old, still beautiful in color and holding up well.
Posted by: Diane | November 07, 2019 at 03:50 PM
Titania and van gogh's sunflowers.
Posted by: Kendall Foster | November 07, 2019 at 04:06 PM
I have to admit that I have always I had a soft spot for Fresh Olives, but choosing favorites would be a real challenge - so many beautiful color combinations! Top contenders might be Springtime in Paris, Midnight at the Oasis, Admiral Benbow....ah, so many lovely options!
Posted by: julie | November 07, 2019 at 05:02 PM
Oh I just discover dragonfly at the Shenandoah fest this year, my first time. I’m very happy with the colors I purchased to make Christmas gifts.
Look forward to seeing what the new dyers surprise us with.
I’m still plan on making the dragonfly shawl too.
Posted by: Susan Gi | November 07, 2019 at 05:17 PM
Oh, dear. I’m happy for you that you can close this chapter of work happily. But I must get some of your yarn posthaste! I love the Sunflowers.
Posted by: sue swartz herr | November 07, 2019 at 05:49 PM
So glad the line will continue. Djinni is my favorite. Colors? Well who wouldn't like Horton Hears a Who just for the name alone. My other Djinni fav is Van Goghs.
Posted by: pat | November 07, 2019 at 06:14 PM
Narrowing it down to two is soooooo hard, but I'll have to go with Denali and Springtime in WA. They're gorgeous!
Posted by: Mel Westphal | November 07, 2019 at 06:41 PM
I'm going out of my normal colors here and picking Hygge and Starry Night. So many beautiful colors so this was not an easy choice!
Posted by: Jeanne Bush | November 07, 2019 at 06:45 PM
Glad Dragonfly will continue on........My pick would be Firecracker and VG bedroom. Thanks for a chance!
Posted by: Lynn B | November 07, 2019 at 07:39 PM
I've been on a serious yarn diet for a while due to veterinary bills, so missed the original announcement about the change at Dragonfly Fibers while avoiding temptation. I had the honor of knitting a show sample for Dragonfly several years ago in exchange for yarn. I'll never forget how astonished nd thrilled I was when I opened the package, expecting just a couple skeins, and instead found enough for a full sweater. Such beautiful colors from beautiful souls! Best wishes for their futures as they step away and good fortune to the new owners!
Posted by: RichelleCK | November 07, 2019 at 09:49 PM
Color is always stunning in yarn and these have it big time!
Posted by: Carol Rogers | November 07, 2019 at 10:48 PM
I guess Dragon The Sheaf and Vampyre. I'm not sure I've ever seen Dragonfly Fibers yarn IRL, but I'll keep an eye out.
Posted by: Carol | November 08, 2019 at 12:38 AM
Djinni is the very first "real" sock yarn I ever knit with 15 years back now, and I am still as in love with it today as I was back then. If I had to pick, Aurora Borealis and Bad Moon Rising are my two favorites, but I love them all.
Posted by: Ellen | November 08, 2019 at 01:22 AM
Denali and Weather Girl on Djinni. Of course there are several others but those are my top two right now - I’m sure if you ask me later I’ll probably change my mind.
Posted by: Kat Gatzke | November 08, 2019 at 03:59 AM
The Laundress and Peach Melba on Dragon
Posted by: Patsy Coats | November 08, 2019 at 05:19 AM
I have knit with Dragon before but I would like to try Djinni. I have always loved the beautiful colors. I would like Djinni Horton Hears a Who to give to my niece. It would combine two of her favorite things, colorful socks and Dr. Seuss! My other choice would be Djinni Van Goghs Bedroom.
Posted by: Annette | November 08, 2019 at 09:01 AM
LOVE your colors!!!! any would b my choice!but I really like Gaughins Island, African Daisy+Weather girl..
Posted by: jean Yuryan | November 08, 2019 at 10:38 AM
I really like Poseidon!
Posted by: Acraftyknitter | November 08, 2019 at 10:40 AM
Susan and Kate and the DF Team - thank you for sharing your visions of color magic and the beautiful wool. Knitting with DF is pure joy!
I have so many favorites but Djinni Turning Leaves and Steel Magnolias are on my wish list. Thanks for a chance to win them.
Posted by: Charissa | November 08, 2019 at 05:39 PM
so hard to choose! but today the spirit moves me to select weather girl and big apple. (save the ta ta's is a close third!).
Posted by: Kara Williams | November 15, 2019 at 10:58 AM