The wonder of wool

“I’M A born and bred Shetlander - my family have been on our croft for literally hundreds of years, and although it’s small, each part of it is precious in its own right,” says Hazel Mackenzie proudly

Wool is renowned for its wealth of benefits, amazing properties, and versatility, especially when used as a textile in decorating and furnishing the home, something we celebrate in our feature on page

Britain should be proud of its rich ovine history, says RBST chief Christopher Price

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

Inspired by the tones and textures of the Brecon Beacons, designer Dee Hardwicke shares her philosophical approach to knitting with a global community of crafters and blue-chip clients

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