News — Merino Yarn

Silky smooth rose petals, freshly polished wood, crisply laundered cotton sheets. We all run our fingers over them, not only to feel the texture but to gather information. Our finger pads have an incredible number of high-density nerve endings that can discern a lot of information and break it down into smaller, more manageable parts. Is this surface soft or hard? It it wet or dry? Does it feel smooth or rough to the touch? As babies, we primarily develop through tactile interactions. The sense of touch is closely tied to mathematical problem solving in our brain, as we can...

Whether you are a knitter with years of experience under your belt or a beginner about to start your first project, going back to the basics is always a good idea.  Revisiting the fundamentals of knitting can help you become a better knitter. Not sure why your knitting is uneven, too tight or too loose? Have no idea at which point you should be joining new yarn into a row? We got your back. Take a look at our 10 tips below to get your knitting to a whole new level of beautiful.  1. Choose good quality yarn It seems...

While Easter may fall anywhere in April, seemingly fully into the season, there is nothing that says spring quite like the pastel colors that come out with this celebration.  Pinks, blues, greens and, of course, yellows mimic the blooming of nearby flowers and the blossoming trees and bring to mind adorable baby animals, be it chicks, ducklings or bunnies.  It is the perfect time to dress up your home with the theme of spring. So today we would love to send a few home inspiration ideas your way. Here are our top favorites from some of your favorite retailers.  P.S....

By now you've likely heard us mention felted Merino wool as a solid alternative to other chunky yarns. With an array of benefits, felted Merino is an easy choice for households that are looking for a durable, high-quality yarn that will be long-lasting and strong.  But have you pondered what you can make with felted Merino or perhaps what this particular variety of Merino would be best for?  Take a look at a few felted Merino products we love best and see which one speaks most to you.  1. Felted Merino Wool Throw Regular Merino wool is also called roving,...

So you've made the leap. You've bought the yarn, watched our videos and now you are sitting on the floor of your living room surrounded by balls of our Merino wool, waiting to start.  If you are nervous, it's completely normal! So were we when we knitted our very first blanket. But very soon you will make something beautiful out of the balls of wool around you and you won't believe how fast and easy it all was.  Without further ado, here are our best tips to keep the process as frustration-free as possible.   1. Take Your Time Everyone always...