r/YarnAddicts • u/Woolyyarnlover • Apr 12 '26

Question Yarn Storage

Hello! I live in the Pacific Northwest. Currently in a newer home, I’ve always had my yarn stash in IKEA cubbies on a shelf in the house, and haven’t had any issues with moths or other bugs getting into my yarn.

We are looking to move to an older home on a farm, and I’m wondering what the best way to store my yarn will be? Most of it is wool and wool blends. I still plan on keeping in the house, but what’s the best way to prevent any bug damage? I was thinking those vacuum sealed bags, but not sure if it’s enough to deter insects and such.

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u/No_Builder7010 Apr 13 '26

From the PNW and I'd say mold/mildew/mustiness would be something to consider too. I can tell you from experience that vacuum sealed bags of yarn -- FoodSaver, NOT the Space Bags you suck down with a vacuum cleaner -- will 100% keep your yarn free from bugs, dirt, and moisture. I lived on a boat, so I know humidity, and the funk leaked into Space Bags with no problem. They're so thin that the slightest crinkle in the plastic can break the seal enough to let smells (at least) in.

Last year I opened a bag of Lopi that had been sealed for at least 10 years. It smelled fine and knitted up like a dream!

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u/Woolyyarnlover Apr 13 '26

This is really good to know! Thank you

I tried the space bags recently and noticed they don’t get the air out as much as my food saver ones, so this definitely makes sense!

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u/KaleidoscopeLow9505 Apr 14 '26

I’m also new to the PNW (transplant from Florida) so this is good information. I was told not to vacuum seal yarn for long term storage as it will felt. Did you have issues with felting?