About Us

Jolly Good Yarn was born from a combined passion for crafting and concern for the environment. Using off-cuts and remnants creatively is very satisfying. A decade ago, it was difficult to source good quality T-Shirt Yarn in the UK. We searched for European based suppliers who could consistently supply us with the quality, colour range and consistency that we wanted. We added other sustainable yarns to our range, such as recycled cotton yarn, Eucylyptus Tencel, and yarn made of recycled bottles.

After a decade of growing the business, Geoff was looking for a like-minded partner who could continue what he had developed, while he could devote his attention to developing a book shop in Devon. 
Chimney Sheep Ltd was the perfect partner! We hate waste and love creating new products out of recycled and repurposed materials. By creating demand for recycled products, we close the recycling loop and ensure that useful materials are recycled into useful and beautiful things rather than chucked away. Have a look at more of what we make, sell and do at www.chimneysheep.co.uk.

Jolly Good Yarn is based in Workington, West Cumbria, on the edge of the Lake District. We buy A LOT of wool from local farmers. We create and curate a range of gorgeous, fun, interesting and sustainable craft products. We have UK wool, natural fibres, fibre made out of recycled plastic, and repurposed fabrics.