Cumbria: A Place, Its Sheep, and a Superior Yarn from the Lakes District

Quality ingredients make for lovely yarn, and Cumbria from the Fibre Co is a truly exceptional blend of English Masham wool, Merino, and Mohair.  Read more about its origin and ways to use this lovely yarn.

Why Every Knitter Should Learn the Armenian Lock Stitch Technique

Learn why the Armenian Lock Stitch is unique in the world of color-stranded knitting, and when to use it.

Discover Arranmore Light: Luxury in a Tweed

Explore the benefits and best stitch patterns to use with Arranmore Light, a luxury tweed from the Fibre Co.

Discover the Wonder of Wool: a Knitter's Guide to Shetland

Once upon a time (in the early days of the internet) I decided to try my hand spinning Shetland Lace, as a way to learn more about the breed.  So I proceeded to order an entire moorit fleece sight unseen (not recommended).  This particular fleece was what Shetlander's call a...

Estimate Yardage with Almost No Math

Imagining your body as a composite of four of rectangles is the quickest way to estimate yardage.  This post outlines a quick way to estimate even when you don't have your intended yarn yet.

Three steps to Successful Pink (or Black) Friday Shopping

Shopping for Yarn this Pink (or Black) Friday? Read these 3 steps to success. Or use our handy sweater quantities chart when you don't have a project in mind.

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