Wild Woollys Blog

A close-up of hands gently washing hand-dyed wool.
Washing & Blocking Hand-Dyed Wool Projects – Care Guide
Learn how to block wool projects, specifically hand-dyed wool, with this comprehensive care guide. Preserve colors & shape! Mehr lesen …
Socks, hand-dyed yarn, knitting needles, wooden surface.
Hand-Dyed Sock Yarn 101: Tips for Knitting Socks that Last
Learn to knit durable socks with hand-dyed sock yarn! Tips for materials, construction, stripes, heels, and finishing. Mehr lesen …
Shawl made from hand-dyed yarn.
Fingering-Weight Shawl Showcase: Patterns to Show Off Hand-Dyed Yarn
Discover beautiful shawl patterns for fingering yarn! Showcase hand-dyed yarn with simple, versatile, and gift-worthy designs. Mehr lesen …
Wool sweater spinning in washing machine.
Is it ok to put non-super wash wool on a spin cycle?
Learn if a spin cycle is safe for nonsuperwash wool. Discover risks, gentle washing, and drying methods. Mehr lesen …
Yarn skeins, superwash and non-superwash, mixed.
Can You Mix Superwash and Non-Superwash Yarns in One Project?
Can you mix superwash and nonsuperwash yarns? Learn about care, texture, and project suitability for mixed yarns. Mehr lesen …
Two skeins hand-dyed yarn, one light, one dark.
Should You Alternate Skeins with Hand-Dyed Yarn?
Learn why and how to alternate skeins when working with hand-dyed yarn to prevent pooling and color-blocking. Mehr lesen …
Yarn skeins next to diverse hands.
How to Build a Yarn Palette Based on Skin Tone
Learn to build a yarn palette based on your skin tone! Discover how to choose the perfect yarn skin color. Mehr lesen …
Wool fibers in varied climates
How Climate Affects the Feel of Merino Wool
Discover how climate merino wool adapts to any weather, keeping you comfortable year-round with its unique thermoregulation. Mehr lesen …
Textured Aran sweater with rich brown wool.
Irish Wool Traditions: Aran Knitting and Beyond
Explore Irish Aran knitting traditions, from symbolic stitches to clan patterns. Discover the enduring legacy of Irish wool. Mehr lesen …
South African Angora goat with lustrous mohair.
Understanding South African Mohair: A Fiber with Shine
Discover South African mohair: its history, journey from farm to fashion, unique qualities, and sustainable practices. Mehr lesen …
Close-up of twisted yarn strands
What Is Z-Twist Yarn and Should You Care?
Discover what Z-twist yarn is, how it impacts your crafting, and why it matters for durability and stitch definition. Mehr lesen …
Bulky and super bulky yarn skeins next to knitting needles.
Bulky vs Super Bulky Yarn: What’s the Difference?
Discover the key differences between bulky vs super bulky yarn. Learn about their characteristics, ideal projects, and more! Mehr lesen …