Color Through the Seasons: Fall Edition
As the air turns crisp and the days grow shorter, something magical happens in our creative lives—it becomes sweater weather. Autumn brings with it a shift in mood, light, and texture, and we love letting that seasonal rhythm guide our dye pots. At Sunny Day Fiber, we believe color isn’t just about aesthetics—it’s about feeling. And Fall? Fall is a feeling.
The cool mornings, golden afternoons, and cozy evenings spark a whole new palette of inspiration. Whether you’re casting on a new sweater, a pair of warm socks, or planning a full season of handmade gifts, we invite you to let the season’s changing colors guide your yarn choices. Here’s how the months of September, October, and November are inspiring our hand-dyed colorways this year.
September: Purple Majesty, Twilight Skies & Pixie Dust 🌌
September signals the quiet shift from summer to autumn. The sunsets deepen, the evenings cool, and the skies begin to glow with rich, layered purples and periwinkles. That’s exactly what inspired our Purple Majesty mini skein set—a full spectrum of moody, magical purples. This set includes six mini skeins in purple navy, periwinkle, wisteria, light plum, violet, and dark plum—each one echoing a different shade of a twilight sky.
Our Twilight Skies sock set is dyed to reflect that peaceful moment just after sunset, when the sky shifts from blue to violet and shadows settle in. The main skein is hand-painted with soft washes of periwinkle, plum, and concord, with speckles of violet that dance like the first stars coming out. It’s paired with two rich mini skeins in violet and concord—ideal for heels, toes, cuffs, or bold colorwork details.
For something a little more whimsical, the Pixie Dust sock set is soft, playful, and full of charm. The main skein features a delicate blend of wisteria and plum, sprinkled with cheerful red-pink speckles that add a sense of magic and fun. Two coordinating mini skeins in wisteria and light plum bring balance and versatility to this enchanting set—perfect for socks with a touch of sparkle or dreamy accessories.
October: Pumpkin Pie, Fright Nite & Falling Leaves 🎃
By October, the world is wrapped in golden leaves and pumpkin spice. Cozy scents fill the kitchen, Halloween decorations pop up on porches, and that true fall feeling kicks in.
The Pumpkin Pie mini skein set is our ode to all things autumnal. This warm, earthy collection includes chocolate, pumpkin, oatmeal, leaf, orange, and harvest yellow—everything you need to bring your favorite fall memories to life in yarn form. It’s perfect for cozy accessories or a festive colorwork sweater.
Feeling spooky? The Fright Nite set delivers all the eerie Halloween vibes with a bold lineup: ink, lemon glow, orange, electric lime, plum, and grey. These minis are perfect for bold stripes, moody mittens, or a standout heel and toe.
The Falling Leaves sock set rounds out the month with its warm, glowing tones. Imagine the crunch of golden leaves beneath your boots—and then turn that into a project that keeps you warm all season long.
November: Rusty Rainbow & Amber Sunrise 🍁
In November, nature turns down the saturation but cranks up the richness. The world is full of golden light, foggy mornings, and the last fiery bursts of color before winter sets in.
Our Rusty Rainbow mini skein set captures that balance beautifully: rust, rusty rose, gold, sage, minty green, and seafoam. It’s a palette that’s earthy and fresh all at once—just right for a November shawl, gradient cowl, or textured mitts.
For socks that match the mood of early morning walks and chilly sunrises, our Amber Sunrise sock set is a must. It’s calm, grounded, and subtly radiant—just like the season itself. The main skein blends rusty reds and golden yellow speckles that melt together like the first light of day breaking over the horizon, creating a warm, glowing effect as you knit. It’s paired with two coordinating minis in rich Rust and soft Gold—perfect complements that bring out the depth of the main skein.
Whether you’re starting your first sweater, picking the perfect yarn for gift knitting, or just want to surround yourself with color that reflects the season, our fall colorways are designed to inspire. Let the weather, light, and feeling of fall guide your needles—and fill your project bag with cozy joy.