Introducing the Scottish Wool Certification Logo There’s something special about knowing exactly where your materials come from. In a world where transparency and sustainability matter more than ever, we have taken a significant step forward with the launch of its new Scottish Wool certification logo. A mark designed to verify products made from 100% Scottish […]

There’s something special about picking up a ball of British wool yarn and knowing exactly where it came from. Not just the country, but the breed, the farm and the hands that sheared it. British wool has been spun into yarn for centuries and today it remains one of the most varied and versatile natural […]

We’re surrounded by plastic, often without even realising it. From the clothes we wear to the carpets under our feet and the insulation in our homes, synthetic materials have quietly become the default. A “plastic detox” is about becoming more aware of these hidden plastics and making conscious swaps to natural alternatives that are better […]

Most hikers learn the hard way that cheap socks are a false economy. A few miles into a long walk, the blisters start, the feet overheat and by the end of the day you’re pulling off socks that have bunched, thinned and lost whatever shape they started with. The right socks make a difference to […]

Hampshire sheep, particularly the hardy Hampshire Down breed, play a crucial role in maintaining the UK’s biodiverse chalk grasslands. Also known as chalk downland or lowland calcareous grassland, these softly rolling pastoral landscapes are alive with aromatic, flower-rich turf, teeming with insects. This habitat is mostly found on the low chalk or hard limestone hills […]

Across the UK, there is growing interest in where materials come from and how they are made. We sat down with Suzi Park, founder of Cambrian Wool. Whose work over the past decade has focused on rebuilding a stronger, more visible future for Welsh wool. Through the Cambrian Wool project and her involvement in the […]

Wool has always been more than a fibre. For centuries, it has woven together communities, livelihoods, and stories. And women have been at the heart of that tapestry. From traditional craftswomen to modern innovators, women’s connection to wool has shaped its history and continues to drive its future. A Historical Thread Historically, wool production and […]

For many people working with wool, their connection to fibre begins with landscape, community and a deep respect for the materials they work with. That’s certainly true for Kate Stalker, founder of OUBAS Knitwear, based in Cumbria. As part of our International Women’s Day series highlighting women shaping the wool industry, Kate shares how landscape, […]

When it comes to knitting, few materials can match the versatility, and practicality of wool yarn. Whether you’re just starting out or you’ve been knitting for years, wool has a special place in every crafter’s toolkit. From cosy wool jumpers to stylish wool cardigans, snug wool socks, and even hoodies or beanies, wool allows you […]