Wool types

Wool is a very widespread material. There are more than 200 different sheep types exists around the world. In the wool industry you measure the wool in three main different categories: thickness (measured in microns) lenghts color More the wool fibers are thin, more the wool is soft and cozy. Merino which is a very thin wool (18 - 21 microns) is largely used in appeal wear. But Merino wool is hardly used in the footwear wool industry. There is a lot of friction and the shoe would run out in…

Learn all about the types of wool fabric. Wool can be classified by the animal it is produced from, its weave and the way it is treated.

Many of you have asked about choosing yarn and how to swap weights, the best hook size for the different weights and numerous other questions about yarn. So, I thought I would write a little post about yarn….

If you know even the slightest bit about knitting or crochet, you’re most likely familiar with worsted weight yarn. Also known as ‘afghan,’ ‘aran,’ or simply ‘medium,’ this seemingly do-it-all weight of yarn can be used for a variety of projects. This yarn is easy to work with and knits up quickly without too much bulk. But exactly what is this weight of yarn and why is it almost every yarn enthusiast’s old standby? We break it down for you below.

Yarn types and fibers

Have you ever been curious about the difference between a silk/alpaca blend and 100% merino wool? Or...have you ever seen a pattern and thought, “I have the perfect yarn for that!” only to have the project turn out far from what you expected? You followed the pattern exactly, got the same gauge with the recommended needle and yet it just doesn’t look like the photos you’d seen or the image you had in your head. Chances are the fiber content of the yarn the designer used is different from the…

Part 02: Wool

Natural fibre clothing is becoming increasingly popular for its numerous benefits. From the comfort it provides to its environmental impact, natural fibres offer a better alternative to synthetic fabrics. In this article, we'll explore the various types of natural fibers, their benefits, and the few disadvantages they may have. Get ready to make an informed decision for your next clothing purchase.

This soft wool is sourced from Cashmere Goats, and its name comes from Kashmir state in South Asia. Unlike other kinds of yarn, the process of collecting wool from these animals is much more time and labor-consuming. Instead of shearing, cashmere wool is collected by combing only once a year, so that one goat produces much less wool than a regular sheep. All this makes the wool highly valued and expensive. #crochet #howtocrochet #yarntypes #cashmere

When choosing yarn for a new project, it's important to take fiber into consideration. But in the end, what's the difference between wool and alpaca, and why does it matter?