You will feel like a kid in a candy shop with this super sweet hand-dyed yarn Gumball Machine Yarn from Herr Stitches. The yarn used is a super soft and bulky Superwash Merino/Nylon blend that is perfect for cozy sweaters and cardigans, like the Disco Pink Sweater (You can find free knit sweater pattern here!). And what’s more? You get an little peek of the yarn dyeing process in a video below!
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Before we begin, here are some quick links for you:
- If you need this fabulous hand-dyed yarn for any of your projects, then find it on Etsy – keep reading for more information about the design process! And for 10% off your order of the fun, colorful, and whimsical Gumball Machine Yarn, use code DISCOFUN at checkout!
- Use the pattern hashtag #GumBallMachineYarn on Instagram to show off your makes!
- If you have any pattern questions, then please email herrstitches@gmail.com.
- Do you want some project ideas? Then, check out some of my crochet patterns and knit patterns!

Colorful Hand Dyed Yarn
The yarn was first dyed with a light bubblegum pink as a base layer. Then, it was sprinkled with bright candy-inspired colors to create a fun, vibrant palette. Do you want to see the yarn dyeing process? Well, great news! I made an Instagram reel documenting the first skein of Gumball Machine yarn! Take a look and let me know what you think!
xo,
Jessica
P.S. I absolutely LOVE seeing your makes! If you make any Herr Stitches patterns or use any Herr Stitches hand-dyed yarn, then tag me and then I’ll share them!
P.P.S. If you love this yarn don’t forget to Pin It to save for later!
