Selecting Yarn for a Project - Fibre Content Rachael Prest How understanding fibre content can help you select the perfect yarn for your project.
Fibre in Focus - Romney Rachael Prest A little bit of history Romney sheep are the product of over 1,000 years of natural adaptation and breeding. The Romney Marsh area of Kent and East Sussex has always had...
Meet the Supplier - Turtlemade Rachael Prest I have some really fabulous suppliers and I thought it would be fun to interview a few of them so you can get a look behind the curtain and meet...
Fibre for Beginners Rachael Prest Which fibres are great for beginner spinners to use? This post explores what you should look for, and suggests some fibres to get you started.
Fibre in Focus - Polwarth Rachael Prest A look at the characteristics of Polwarth wool - one of the loveliest of all fibres!
The Gilded Cage Mitts are here! Rachael Prest I'm really excited to introduce my third pattern to the world. Say hello to the Gilded Cage Mitts - a cosy, unisex mitt pattern that runs from sizes S to...
Fibre Characteristics - Lustre Rachael Prest A look at how the lustre of fibres used can affect the final appearance of your knitting or crochet project.
Fibre in Focus - Wensleydale Rachael Prest Wensleydale sheep - they look so chilled out, with their loopy hair curling over their eyes. This is another breed that is difficult to misidentify, although other longwools such as...
Fibre in Focus - Bluefaced Leicester (BFL) Rachael Prest A look at the Bluefaced Leicester breed and the characteristics of its fleece.
