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Making Tracks: Smugglers' Notch
Sale price
$34.00
Out of stock
Limited Edition
200 yards | approx. 100 grams | heavy DK weight
Inspired by our Roots colorways. Variegated blueberry, forest, paprika, and ochre.
Our Making Tracks line of yarn is a variegated blend of soft wool (mostly Corriedale) from flocks in the American West or South America (more info). Scoured and combed at Chargeurs, it is hand-dyed, pin-drafted, spun, and finished at our mill in Vermont. This non-superwashed, non-mulesed yarn pairs beautifully with our Roots line of solid yarn, which is made with the same base.
Each skein is unique
There is a lot of variation within each batch of Making Tracks that we have aimed to showcase this in the product photos. If you have a specific idea of what you'd like, leave an order note at checkout. You can also make a
virtual shopping appointment to pick out your specific skein.
Specs
- 200 yards | 2-ply | approx. 100 grams | Heavy DK/Worsted weight
- 100% Wool: Merino, Targhee, Corriedale
- Fiber source: USA
- Hand-dyed at Junction Fiber Mill
- Non-superwash
- Made in small batches at Junction Fiber Mill in White River Junction, Vermont
Care
Wet-Blocking Care Instructions
Your project isn’t truly complete until it’s had its first wash! Here’s how to help our yarns reach their full potential:
- Fill a sink or basin with cold water.
- Add a small amount of no-rinse wool wash.
- Submerge your knitted item, gently squeezing out any air bubbles to ensure it stays fully underwater.
- Soak for up to 10 minutes. While our dyes are tested for colorfastness, some dyes are notoriously difficult to set and may release a small amount of excess color. Using cold water, gentle wool wash, and a short soak will help prevent color redeposit on light-colored fibers.
- Drain the water.
- Gently lift your knitted item from the water and remove excess moisture by rolling it between clean, dry towels with light pressure.
- Lay flat and shape to air dry.
For projects with contrasting colors, we recommend steam blocking to avoid any color transfer.
Pattern Recommendations
Check out our Pattern Recommendations page to browse our favorite patterns by yarn weight and number of skeins needed.
Real Wool, Naturally Beautiful
We believe in the authenticity of wool. Our yarns are crafted from 100% wool, with no superwash treatments, preserving the natural characteristics that make each skein unique. Enjoy the feel of real wool that’s soft, durable, and environmentally friendly.
Crafted with Care in Vermont
At Junction Fiber Mill, every skein is a labor of love. Nestled in the heart of Vermont, our small mill produces high-quality, breed-specific yarns that celebrate the natural beauty of wool. Your purchase supports local craftsmanship and a passion for perfection.
Founded by Friends
Junction Fiber Mill was started in 2020 by two friends and sheep farmers, Amanda and Peggy. United by a shared passion for fiber, we created a mill that produces high-quality, breed-specific yarns with love and dedication.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.9 / 5 from 18 reviews.
I fell in love instantly with the colorway & was online 3 min after availability the Tuesday after the VT Fiber Fest. This order took the scenic route via USPS on the East coast then Indy to Aurora & Denver, CO back to Indy & finally it's Michigan destination. Whatever I knit better be just as memorable!
The colors in this yarn are incredible!!!
Love the yarn! Love the color. Loved wearing it when I volunteered at Indie Untangled!
Hi, I am a repeat customer that just loves the colorful, high quality yarn and likes to Create things! This is perfect for some fall knits and I can’t wait to start! Thank you for fast and clean shipping!!
Making Tracks: Smugglers' Notch
Store owner replied: Great! Thanks!
Beautiful color, and great customer service. I needed this order to be held off while I moved, and JFM was very happy to accomodate.
Beautiful
Even more beautiful in person! So glad I was able to snag some online!
Love your yarns! Can’t wait to knit this!
Beautiful skeins! Can't wait to work them into my next sweater
I fell in love with this color way the moment I saw it! The plan was for another Making Tracks Tolsta Tee, but the Fall and winter are long, and this yarn might be snatched up for another color work sweater.
Nice, spooky colors.
Fabulous color way.
The colorway is darker than I expected but I realize that reality is different than photos of colorways. The yarn is very soft and I'm looking forward to using it.
I love your yarns - all of them. I look forward to including Smugglers Notch into a project this winter. Now I have to decide which pattern to employ. Lucky me!
Making Tracks: Smugglers' Notch
Store owner replied: yay!
Love the squish
Making Tracks: Smugglers' Notch
Store owner replied: So glad!
Terrific colors and terrific yarn! I’m trying to pick just the right colorwork sweater for it.
Making Tracks: Smugglers' Notch
Store owner replied: Great!
I haven't nalbinded or knitted the yarn yet. I must say the yarn is beautiful.
Making Tracks: Smugglers' Notch
Store owner replied: Glad you like it!