Hank and package dyeing of woolen and semi-worsted yarns are compared after winding onto several different types of package. The performance features, appearance retention and texture of tufted carpets made from these yarns were found to be determined more by blend composition and spinning method than by the dyeing methods, even though hank dyed yarns were bulkier. Test results indicate that package dyeing and hank dyeing are equally satisfactory dyeing methods for carpet yarns.