1️⃣ What is surplus and mill-end yarn?
Surplus yarn refers to yarn that remains unused from mill production, canceled orders, or overproduction.
Mill-end yarn is often the last of a production run—sometimes just a few cones left from a color batch.
These yarns are not lower quality. In fact, many come from high-end knitwear factories and professional mills.
2️⃣ Advantages of buying surplus yarn
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High quality at better value
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Fibers are often the same as full production lines
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You get luxury fibers at a fraction of the cost
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Unique colors and blends
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Surplus lots can include discontinued shades, rare blends, or small-batch yarns
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Perfect for makers who value originality
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Sustainable and eco-friendly
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Using yarn that would otherwise remain unused reduces waste
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Supports circular material use in the textile industry
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Flexibility for large projects
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Cone yarn or surplus lots often come in larger quantities
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Ideal for sweaters, blankets, weaving, or multi-piece projects
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3️⃣ What to expect when buying surplus yarn
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Cones may be rewound or have minor imperfections
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We provide honest condition notes for each listing
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Some yarns may be unwashed or unfinished, giving you flexibility for finishing
The goal is full transparency, so you know exactly what you’re getting.
4️⃣ Why That Yarn?
At That Yarn, we carefully curate surplus and mill-end yarns from trusted mills and factories around the world.
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Every cone is selected for fiber quality, texture, and creative potential
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Honest, clear notes help you choose with confidence
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Our eBay outlet offers some of these yarns, but the full curated selection is on our website
Buying surplus yarn with us is not just a purchase—it’s a connection to the story of the yarn, and a sustainable way to make something beautiful.
