The yarn encyclopedia
Everything worth knowing about noble fibres and knitwear, from the label on the yarn to the care that keeps a piece beautiful for years.
Why Italian Yarn Is So Valued: 7 Reasons You Can Feel
What makes Italian yarn the benchmark: the spinning heritage of Biella, fibre selection, dyeing and finishing. What you are paying for, and how to recognise a quality thread.
What Is Kid Mohair? A Complete Guide to the Softest Mohair
Kid mohair is the first fleece of young Angora goats. How it differs from regular mohair, how fine the fibre is in microns, and why it makes the lightest cardigans.
Kid Mohair and Silk: Why It Is the Perfect Pair for Knitwear
Why the best light cardigans are knitted in 70/30 kid mohair and silk: strength, sheen, warmth without weight and a semi-sheer fabric. Pros, cons and care.
Mohair vs Angora vs Alpaca vs Cashmere: What Is the Difference?
Comparing the most popular fluffy fibres, mohair, angora, alpaca and cashmere: origin, softness, warmth, care and what each is best for.
Does Mohair Itch? An Honest Answer and How to Choose for Sensitive Skin
Why some wool pieces itch and others do not: microns, spinning quality, silk in the blend and simple tricks to make mohair comfortable even for sensitive skin.
Merino Wool: Why It Warms, Doesn’t Itch and Stays Fresh
What merino is, why it beats ordinary wool, what microns on a label mean, and why merino with mohair is the best blend for a warm winter cardigan.
How to Wash Mohair: A Step-by-Step Guide to Make It Last for Years
How to hand wash mohair and silk cardigans and socks: water temperature, detergents, drying, restoring the fluff, and what never to do.
How to Store Knitwear: No Stretching, No Moths, No Creases
How to store mohair and wool cardigans between seasons: why not to hang them, how to protect against moths, and which bags to use.
Pilling on Knitwear: Why It Happens and How to Remove It
Why wool and mohair form pills, how to remove them safely, and how to choose yarn that pills less.
How to Choose Yarn: A Guide to Fibres, Weight and Quality
How to choose yarn for a cardigan, sweater or socks: natural fibres, yarn weight, yardage, twist, and how to test quality by touch.
How to Read a Yarn and Knitwear Label
What fibre content, yardage, microns, care symbols and dye lots mean on yarn and garment labels. A cheat sheet so you never overpay for acrylic “mohair”.
Natural vs Synthetic Yarn: Which Is Better for Clothing?
An honest comparison of natural and synthetic yarn: warmth, breathability, care, longevity, environmental impact, and when synthetics actually make sense.
Hand Knit vs Machine Knit: The Difference You Can See
How a hand-knitted cardigan differs from a factory one: density, elasticity, details, longevity, individuality, and how to recognise handmade.
Why a Hand-Knit Cardigan Costs What It Does
Breaking down the price of a handmade cardigan: Italian yarn, hours of work, buttons, packaging and shipping, and why it is better value than it looks.
How to Choose a Cardigan Size: Oversized, Cropped or Classic
How to find your size in a knitted cardigan, what oversized and cropped really mean, how to measure, and how to choose a size for a gift without knowing measurements.
How to Style a Mohair Cardigan: 9 Elegant Outfits
Outfit ideas with a mohair cardigan: with jeans, a silk skirt, a slip dress, for the office, a date or lounging at home. Tips on colour and accessories.
Mohair Socks: Why They Are So Warm and How to Wear Them
What makes kid mohair & silk socks special: warmth, softness, breathability. How to wear them, care for them, and why they make the best little gift.
How to Choose a Knitwear Colour for Your Colouring
Which cardigan colours suit warm and cool colouring, which shades are universal, and how to choose a colour for a gift.
Metallic and Lurex Yarn: How to Wear Sparkle Elegantly
What lurex and metallic thread in yarn are, how much makes a piece look refined rather than costume-like, and how to care for them.
Can You Wear Mohair in Spring and Summer?
Mohair is not just a winter fibre. Why a light kid mohair & silk cardigan works in spring, on cool summer evenings and in air-conditioned offices.
Slow Fashion: Why Handmade Pieces Are a Conscious Choice
What slow fashion is, how hand knitting with natural yarn helps you buy less but better, and how to build a wardrobe you love wearing for years.
How to Spot Quality Knitwear: 8 Signs You Can Check in a Minute
How to judge a cardigan or sweater before buying: fibre content, density, spring, seams, buttons and how the fibre behaves. A checklist for in-store and online shopping.
A Knitwear Capsule Wardrobe: 5 Pieces, 20 Outfits
How to build a capsule wardrobe around a knitted cardigan: the basics, colours and combinations for autumn, winter and spring.