10 things to know about wool

OCCASIONALLY,a book of outstanding quality lands on my desk. As someone who has long been passionate about sheep – and who is working on a book on that very subject – “The Wonder Of Wool” is of partic

Knotted, woven, tufted or felted, designs for carpets and rugs have developed in a wide variety of styles and fibres around the world to add comfort and sophistication underfoot

Shade pictured Lilac (0007)Ball weight/length 50g/175mNeedle size 3.5-4mm (UK 10-8/US 4-6)Tension 24 sts and 30 rows to 10cmFibre content 50% cotton, 24% baby alpaca, 20% silk, 6% woolCare Machine was

British fibre artists have fond memories of Baa Ram Ewe, the yarn and design brand which played a key role in raising the profile of Yorkshire’s wool industry and spinning heritage. Founded in 2009 by

KEEN TO SWAP YOUR HARD FLOOR FOR SOMETHING SOFT UNDERFOOT? WE EXPLORE THE OPTIONS AVAILABLE TO YOU WHEN YOU CHOOSE CARPET…

Choosing the right materials for maximum efficiency is key to preventing heat loss and keeping your home warm. Building expert Mark Stevenson shares his top tips