The CARON Collection is an innovative brand that specializes in needlework resources and products. Founded by Lois Caron, the brand started when Lois embarked on a household project to re-cover dining room chairs using needlepoint kits. Despite initially perceiving needlepoint as a stuffy Victorian pastime, Lois discovered a passion for stitching and began designing patterns inspired by oriental rugs.

This led her to hand paint patterns on needlepoint canvas and experiment with dyeing fibers, resulting in the creation of variegated colors. Over the years, The CARON Collection has expanded from Lois' kitchen to an 8,000 square foot industrial space. The loyal staff, including the first employee Debbie who celebrated 25 years of employment, has grown with the company.

The brand takes pride in being environmentally friendly, using safe dyes and earth-friendly mordants. While their processes may be traditional and labor-intensive, the results are unmatched in terms of subtle color combinations. The CARON Collection offers eight different thread lines, including variegated threads and companion solid color threads, which have become favorites among designers worldwide.

Their hand-dyed variegated threads come in varying weights and materials, such as cotton, silk, wool, and silk-wool blends. The threads are meticulously air-dried and hand-wound into small skeins, ensuring superb quality. Additionally, The CARON Collection imports specialty threads, further expanding their product range.

With global distribution, The CARON Collection aims to inspire a lifelong love for needlework through their Dyed and Gone to Heaven website. Visitors can explore the site's resources and take advantage of the brand's extensive offerings. The brand also encourages support for local needlework shops, who have played a crucial role in getting many individuals started in this rewarding and creative field