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Jack the Ripper: Serial Skeins 2026
A 13-Day Mystery Countdown for Knitters & Crocheters Preorders ship October 1, 2026
A mystery you don’t just read… you knit or crochet it.
Serial Skeins is back for 2026, and this year we’re stepping into the fog-filled streets of Victorian London to investigate one of history’s most infamous mysteries: Jack the Ripper.
This limited-edition hand-dyed yarn countdown experience combines yarn, storytelling, mystery, and community into one unforgettable project.
Over 13 days, you’ll open one individually wrapped mini skein each day starting October 19th while following the investigation as new clues emerge.
🕯️ Listen to the podcast on YouTube
🕯️ Read the daily email case updates
🕯️ Collect evidence and clues
🕯️ Stitch your way through the mystery
🕯️ Chat with fellow participants in our free Discord community
✨ If you’ve ever wished your knitting or crochet project could tell a story, this is your invitation.
🎃 13 Days • 13 Mini Skeins • One Mystery
Open one mini skein each day from October 19–31 while following the story through daily emails, YouTube podcast episodes, and our private Discord community.
🕯️ Choose Your Experience
🧶 Yarn Only
Perfect for fiber artists who want the story and the yarn.
Includes:
✔ 13 individually wrapped and numbered hand-dyed mini skeins (20g each)
✔ 13-part companion podcast on YouTube
✔ Daily story updates, evidence files, and clues delivered by email
✔ Access to our Discord community
✔ Zoom crafting nights
✔ Welcome card with links and instructions for accessing the experience
✔ Free knit and crochet pattern recommendations No official pattern is included. However…Jenna will be knitting a shawl throughout the countdown and sharing her progress. While it won’t be an official written pattern, everyone is welcome to craft along.
🔎 Ultimate Immersive Experience
For yarnies who want to fully step into the mystery.
Includes everything in Yarn Only, plus:
✔ Exclusive evidence bag filled with mystery-themed yarnie goodies
✔ Digital themed junk journal download to keep your investigation notes handy
✔ Themed project bag
✔ Access to a secret clue-hunting website filled with bonus clues, hidden evidence, and extra mystery surprises
This option transforms your project into an interactive mystery experience from start to finish.
🎨 The Color Story
Inspired by the atmosphere of Victorian London in 1888.
Think foggy streets, gas lamps, weathered brick, antique golds, deep jewel tones, and moody autumn evenings.
The result is a cohesive, wearable palette designed to flow beautifully from one skein to the next while capturing the feeling of the story.
🎁 Perfect For
✔ Knitters and crocheters who love mini skein sets
✔ Fans of mystery and immersive storytelling
✔ Makers who enjoy curated, ready-to-cast-on projects
✔ Cozy evenings with yarn, tea, and a podcast
✔ Anyone who loves a good story
📦 Timeline
Preorders Open: Now
Ships: October 1, 2026
Podcast Episodes Begin: October 18, 2026
Open One Mini Skein Per Day: October 19–31, 2026
A welcome card inside your countdown package will provide all the links and details you’ll need to access the story updates, podcast episodes, and Discord community.
🧵 Yarn Details
✔ 13 x 20g mini skeins (260g total)
✔ Multiple yarn base options available
✔ Hand-dyed in small batches in our Florida studio
✔ Exceptionally soft yarn customers rave about
Every skein is finished with our signature wool wash, adding our classic Southern Skeins scent.
Yarn Base Options
🧶 Southern Sock | 13 x 20g minis | 80 yards each | 75% 19.5 Micron Merino / 25% Nylon
🧶 Merino Fingering | 13 x 20g minis | 87 yards each | 100% Superwash Merino
🧶 MCN Sock | 13 x 20g minis | 87 yards each | 80% Superwash Merino / 10% Cashmere / 10% Recycled Nylon
🧶 Merino Silk Fingering | 13 x 20g minis | 80% Superwash Merino / 20% Mulberry Silk
🧶 Southern DK | 13 x 20g minis | 45 yards each | 75% 19.5 Micron Merino / 25% Nylon
🧶 MCN DK | 13 x 20g minis | 49 yards each | 80% Extra Fine Superwash Merino / 10% Cashmere / 10% Recycled Nylon
🧶 Merino DK | 13 x 20g minis | 49 yards each | 100% Superwash Merino
🧶 Merino Worsted | 13 x 20g minis | 44 yards each | 100% Superwash Merino
📫 Just a Quick Heads Up 💛
This is a special preorder and must be checked out separately from other items.
Because each countdown package is dyed and assembled specifically for this event, preorders are not eligible for returns, cancellations, discounts, or coupon codes.
All sales are final. As soon as your order is placed, we orderi your yarn and start dyeing. It’s a time consuming labor intensive project for a small business.
Thank you for supporting our small Florida dye studio.
💛 Why Knitters & Crocheters Love Southern Skeins
✔ Thoughtfully curated projects with no decision fatigue
✔ High-quality hand-dyed in Florida yarn
✔ Unique storytelling-inspired collections
✔ Friendly, welcoming Discord community
✔ Small-batch craftsmanship and attention to detail
📦 Preorder Details
Ships October 1, 2026.
Limited quantities available.
Once the files are sealed and the investigation begins, no additional countdown packages will be available.
✨ Every stitch tells part of the story. The question is… will you solve the mystery? ✨
Quick FAQs
No. This is a one-time limited-edition countdown experience.
Many participants enjoy opening one mini skein each day beginning October 19 and continuing through Halloween.
Nope. Enjoy the experience at your own pace.
Yes. The email address used at checkout will automatically receive the daily story updates beginning October 19.
No official pattern is included. We’ll provide free knit and crochet pattern recommendations that work beautifully with mini skein sets.
Not at all. Many participants join for the yarn, community, mystery, and daily surprises.
No. The focus is on storytelling, clues, history, atmosphere, and mystery rather than graphic details.
Shawls, wraps, cowls, hats, mittens, scrappy socks, blankets, and more.
Absolutely. The entire collection was designed to work beautifully together.
No. Discord is completely optional.
Absolutely. The podcast can be enjoyed at your own pace on YouTube.
Yes. Just email us before your order ships.
