Fibre journal
all things fibre
Great stories happen to those who knit them!
Welcome to our blog, where we celebrate the beauty of natural fibre yarns. Here, you'll find inspiring interviews with designers, expert tips and techniques, and in-depth explorations of different fibres and their unique qualities. Join us on a journey of creativity and craftsmanship and create your own great yarn stories!
![Intricate details and a timeless allure, presenting the elegant Moon Beam Top in Meadow](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Moon-Beam-Top-Launch-Graphic_blg-scaled_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561578)
Intricate details and a timeless allure, presenting the elegant Moon Beam Top in Meadow
Whether you’re a knitting enthusiast seeking a new challenge, or a seasoned knitter eager to embark on an elegant warm-weather project, the Moon Beam Top is a wonderful choice. From...
![How To Choose The Best Yarn For Spring & Summer Knitting or Crochet Projects](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Luma-Blog-Post-Banner_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561567)
How To Choose The Best Yarn For Spring & Summer Knitting or Crochet Projects
As summer beckons with its promise of carefree days and long-anticipated holidays, what better way to unwind than by immersing yourself in a new knit or crochet project while relaxing...
![Rise and Set Blanket Design with April Gopwani](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Rise-and-Set-Blanket-The-Fibre-Co-Luma-Meadow-front-BLG_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561425)
Rise and Set Blanket Design with April Gopwani
We were thrilled to have Toronto-based designer April Gopwani of OTH Crochet Nook on board for our By Hook collection! Designer April Gopwani’s Rise and Set Blanket is inspired by...
![Perpetual Dawn Crochet Design with Rosina Northcott](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/PE82471_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561419)
Perpetual Dawn Crochet Design with Rosina Northcott
The Fibre Co. is proud to present our first crochet collection By Hook. We are pleased to have collaborated with a group of very talented designers for this collection, and...
![How to Create a Double Crochet Seam](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/DC3_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561415)
How to Create a Double Crochet Seam
Looking for help on how to create a Double Crochet Seam? A double crochet seam is one of the most popular and accessible joining techniques in crochet. If you don’t...
![Colourful Crochet Design with Sandra Gutierrez](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Paradise-Cardigan-The-Fibre-Co-Luma-Flamingo-Blanca-Sage-side-4-ws_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561401)
Colourful Crochet Design with Sandra Gutierrez
The Fibre Co. is proud to present our first crochet collection By Hook. We are pleased to have collaborated with a group of very talented designers for this collection, and...
![How To Work A Mattress Stitch Seam](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Mattress-Stitch-MT3_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561397)
How To Work A Mattress Stitch Seam
Looking for help on how to work a Mattress Stitch Seam? The mattress stitch is a popular joining technique for garments as it creates a near-invisible seam. It is a...
![Learn how to colour change during Moss Stich / Linen Stitch](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/How-to-colour-change-in-Moss-stitch-Thumbnail_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561387)
How to Colour Change in Moss Stitch
Looking for some help colour changing while working the crochet moss stitch? Moss stitch – sometimes known as linen stitch – is a simple and very effective stitch. Worked tightly...
![Inspired by summer sunshine, Bruna Biavati’s Solana Bag is a granny square accessory](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Solana-Bag-The-Fibre-Co-Luma-Meadow-shoulder-ws_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561373)
Retro-inspired Crochet with Bruna Biavati
The Fibre Co. is proud to present our first crochet collection By Hook. We are pleased to have collaborated with a group of very talented designers for this collection, and...
![Cloudspotting with Lindsey Newns](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Cloudspotter-Tee-The-Fibre-Co-Meadow-Qu-Annes-Lace-Fennel-front-4-ws_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561369)
Cloudspotting with Lindsey Newns
The Fibre Co. is proud to present our first crochet collection By Hook. We are pleased to have collaborated with a group of very talented designers for this collection, and...
![Yarn of the Month - Meadow](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Yarn-of-the-Month-graphic-07-Meadow-1640x1080-px-scaled_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561367)
Yarn of the Month - Meadow
Meadow is a heavy lace-weight yarn spun with The Fibre Co.’s trademark blend of luxury fibres with a rustic appearance, combining baby llama and fine Merino wool for softness, silk...
![A Shawl-Lover Special: Boo Knits](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Homebody-by-Boo-Knits-in-AML-C-Thyme-1_20x20_crop_center.webp?v=1711561340)
A Shawl-Lover Special: Boo Knits
Shawl lovers will already know about Boo Knits. With an extensive back catalogue of the most stunning intricate lace shawls as well as comforting, cold-weather shawls, Boo Knits has many...
![One Sweater V-neck](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/One-Sweater-V-neck-The-Fibre-Co-Cirro-Meadow_20x20_crop_center.webp?v=1711561243)
One Sweater V-neck
We are thrilled to share the latest addition to the One Sweater family: the One Sweater V-neck! The One Sweater is an ongoing design project from The Fibre Co. inspired...
![Close ups of knitted details from our Foundation SS20 collection](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Foundations-SS20-beta-knitters-Header_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561209)
Spring Knitting Inspiration from our Beta Knitters
Celebrate spring with Foundations SS20: a six-piece collection designed by Safiyyah Talley, Clare Devine, Megan Nodecker, Xiaowei Bourdet, Becky Baker and Allison Jane. In it, you will find breezy silhouettes,...
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Foundations SS20: 6 Knitting Patterns for Spring
Today, we are excited to share our Foundations SS20 collection with you, featuring patterns in Canopy Fingering, Road to China Light, Meadow and Luma. Taking inspiration from the botanical world,...
![A flat swatch, knitted in bulky yarn, is on top of a paper background. There are two yarns attached to the swatch.](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Alternating-Skeins-Header_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561156)
How to Alternate Skeins
Have you ever knitted a whole project only to realise that your fabric is colour-blocking or pooling in unexpected ways? This is something that many makers have experienced and it...
![COLOURS 2018 - Verena Cohrs x The Fibre Co.](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/COLOURS-2018-Verena-Cohrs-x-The-Fibre-Co._20x20_crop_center.png?v=1711561130)
COLOURS 2018: A Playful Knitwear Collection by Verena Cohrs
Today, we are celebrating the second release of three mini-collections as part of this season’s Yarn Support Programme. Verena Cohrs is a designer you might be very familiar with, having...
![Summer Breeze Sabine Frisch](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Summer-Breeze-Detail_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561122)
Meet Sabine Frisch: Indie Knitwear Designer
“Making things with my hands has always been important to me. Whether it is sewing, knitting, or weaving – it is extremely satisfying. ” Meet Sabine Frisch, an accomplished designer...
![Susanna Winter's Soft River Shawl in The Fibre Co Meadow](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Susanna-Winters-Soft-River-Shawl-in-The-Fibre-Co-Meadow_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561119)
Soft River: A Timeless Shawl Pattern by Susanna Winter
“Growing up I was always making stuffed toys and doll clothes, either sewn, knitted or crocheted. I guess the idea of designing my own stuff has always been there.” This...
![Knitting patterns using The Fibre Co. Road to China Lace](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Foundations_Road-to-China-Lace_Two-Colour-Asymmetrical-Shawl_low-res_Ravelry13_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561116)
New Foundations for Cumbria Fingering, Meadow & Road to China Lace
Foundations is getting an update! Today we’re adding 18 brand new knitting patterns which include designs using The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering, Meadow and Road to China Lace. Foundations is...
![The Hikari Collection from The Fibre Co.](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/The-Hikari-Collection-low-res_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561053)
The Hikari Collection
Introducing the Hikari collection, a collaboration with Japanese knitwear designer michiyo. The inspiration for this five-piece collection comes from the yarn itself—the world’s most inspiring and beautiful meadows. Each garment...
![work desk for knitters](http://thefibreco.com/cdn/shop/articles/Busy-work-desk-for-knitters-1_20x20_crop_center.jpg?v=1711561052)
Craft as Therapy? (aka The Yarn Lover's Mantra)
How much do you know about the idea of crafts as therapy? The healing power of craft is something we see appear on our timelines again and again. As a...