how to shop
Whether you're new to the world of hand-dyed yarn or just new to Zeezee, read on for a cheat-sheet on how things work around here!
Pre-orders
First of all, why the pre-order model? Pre-orders allow me the creativity to develop a collection to the fullest of my vision, without having to predict which colors will be most popular, or how much of something to create. It can be hard to know what everyone will want to take home on a given day! By using the pre-order model, I can dye numbers to match demand, and minimize the amount of inventory left over at the studio. This helps ensure everyone can order exactly what they want without quantities running low, and keeps prices manageable since I won't have large amounts of backstock.
Pre-order listings are dyed-to-order, and will follow a pre-announced production timeline that you will be aware of prior to ordering. I use pre-orders for collection releases, as well as for the Sweater Quantity Library. Sweater Quantity orders have a leadtime of 6-8 weeks before shipping, and collections will all have their own, separately announced timeline, not exceeding 10 weeks. While many orders ship earlier than the quoted deadline, please be patient with me and understand that depending on what else is on my plate, the full timeline may be utilized for orders!
Pre-order listings will always have "PRE-ORDER" in the listing title, and have production timelines quoted on the main collection page.
In stock
In stock, or ready-to-ship listings, are part of my shop inventory and leave the studio no later than 7-10 business days after your order date. In stock skeins are made up of collection extras and sweater quantity extras, wholesale or vending overflow, and trials or imperfect skeins. I often hang onto inventory until I have enough for a shop update, so occasionally the shop's ready-to-ship section may be hidden - but don't worry, it always comes back around!
In stock listings will always have the shipping timeline quoted within the listing description.
Please note that often times, in stock yarn within the same colorway may not come from the same dyelot. If I notice any glaring issues that might affect your order, I'll be sure to reach out before shipping!
Monthly yarn clubs
Monthly yarn clubs are a fun way to get a surprise each month - in the form of yarn! Subscriptions for the full year offered once at a discount prior to the club's release, and then once subscriptions close, individual month-to-month listings open to everyone as the year progresses. Listings will show a moodboard to give you an idea of what to expect, and then skeins are shipped out mid month on the base and quantity of your choosing. Are you a subscriber and want to make a change to your subscription? Just log in using your customer portal, or send me an email with what you need!
Colorways will be revealed on my Instagram grid before the next month's moodboard is shared.
Vending
Zeezee is new to (yarn) show business, but I'm excited to grow this part of my offering in 2026! This will be my first year doing 3 shows, and I can't wait to get more experience vending, and more time with all of you face to face. Check out the shop schedule for updates on vending appearances, as well general shop releases and collection dates, trunk shows, and pop-ups.
