Winter hats and curly hair – why curls lose volume and what can help
Looking for a winter hat for curly hair? Learn why curls flatten and frizz, what to look for in a hat, and when a loose hooded cowl can be an alternative.
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A passion for handcrafts
The fisherman's sweater — Irish, Norwegian and the one from the Baltic
What is a fisherman's sweater, and how does an aran differ from a Norwegian pattern? The story of the sheep's wool sweaters that protected fishermen — and how they're worn today.
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How to wash a wool sweater — by hand and in the machine (step by step)
How to wash sweaters in merino, alpaca and sheep's wool — and what about acrylic? A guide to hand and machine washing, so your sweater doesn't felt or stretch.
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Merino vs alpaca — which wool should you choose for a sweater?
A comparison of merino and alpaca wool — warmth, softness, weight, price and whether they itch. Find out which wool will work better in your sweater.
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How much does a hand-knitted sweater cost, and why — behind the scenes of the workshop
What does a handmade sweater really cost? We break the price down — wool, hours of work, finishing. See what you're paying for when you buy handcraft.
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