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!
Unraveling the Coastal Marine Cowl: A Journey into Jewel-Toned Waves of Comfort
A versatile cowl that can be worn on either side, showcasing two distinct personalities to suit your mood and style. Picture yourself wrapped in warmth and elegance, with the soothing...
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...
Milky Way Cowl with Bea Naretto
Discover the fascinating fibre journey of Australia-based knitwear designer, Bea Naretto! Bea Naretto is a knitwear designer and tech editor based in Australia. We were very pleased to have her...
Zodiac Sweater with Erika Knight
Erika Knight may need no introduction for lovers of knitting! A highly respected knit and crochet designer, Erika Knight has inspired generations of crafters with her collections of simple, beautifully...
Yarn of the Month - Road To China Light
Road to China Light is inspired by the luxury textiles that were traded along the ancient Silk Road. This sport-weight yarn blends natural fawn baby alpaca, camel hair, cashmere, and...
Gift Knitting - 6 Ideas for Gifts You Can Make
We’ve rounded up six patterns for gifts you can make the knit worthy people in your life this year. Is there anything more special than a handmade gift? We don’t...
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,...
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,...
10 Quick & Cosy Hats to Make This Winter
After all that holiday gift making, it’s nice to start the year with a quick project for yourself. Here are 10 cosy hat patterns we’ve been admiring this Winter. 1....
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...
How to Knit an Accurate Gauge Swatch
Swatching. The task that keeps us from casting on our knitting projects right away. But, whether you like it or not, swatching is essential – especially if you’re knitting a...
The First of Many: Clare's Hay Sweater
May is here and people all across the making community are celebrating their handmade wardrobes, both big and small, as part of Me-Made-May. This wardrobe challenge was created by Zoe...