The fleece of Merino sheep is soft and fine, resulting in a wool that’s more pleasant on the skin than regular wool. It’s easy to see why these natural fibers are favored by knitters and crocheters, ...

Save this article to read it later. Find this story in your account’s ‘Saved for Later’ section. If you’ve ever knitted, weaved, crocheted, or done needlepoint, you know not all yarns are created ...

Looking for the best yarn for your next knitting or crochet project? Today we compare acrylic yarn vs wool to see which is ...

Merino wool has dominated the outdoor base layer market, setting the bar for warmth, breathability, and temperature regulation. Although merino has long been considered the best base layer material ...

Brrr! Is it just me, or did the temperature suddenly drop about 20 degrees? Suddenly, I’m all about those cozy knits that ...

Clara Parkes graduated with a liberal arts degree, had a stint teaching English and then found herself in the fast-paced Bay Area tech industry, putting her writing chops to work for start-ups. But ...

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