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Have you ever seen the micron range of a fleece and wondered what it means? One micron is one-millionth of a metre, perf...
11/10/2026

Have you ever seen the micron range of a fleece and wondered what it means?

One micron is one-millionth of a metre, perfect for measuring the thickness of wool fibre.

It’s just one clue you can use to understand how your wool will behave.

Save this for the next time you’re working with fleece.

07/10/2026

The latest British Wool auction took place yesterday, 6th October.

BW225 brought a very similar performance to the previous sale, right down to same weight of wool offered!

All of this is good news. Better still, clearance hopped up to a very healthy 97.5%, showing strong demand.

It was particularly interesting to watch my first sale as it happened yesterday. Would you like to know more about the auction process?

Thank you for having me

Happy Wool Month 🐏October is an annual celebration of this fabulous fibre, from farm to finished product. It’s the perfe...
04/10/2026

Happy Wool Month 🐏

October is an annual celebration of this fabulous fibre, from farm to finished product. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover more about the sheep and wool local to us.

With so many events, in-person and online, to mark the occasion, there’s lots to dip into and discover.

I’ll be spending the month sharing stories and fun facts, history and my latest knits so stick around the learn more.

Give your favourite wool producer or upcoming woolly event a shoutout in the comments 👇

The Campaign for Wool

“Q3 reports” doesn’t exactly sound like gripping reading, but it should be 🤓British Wool publish a report after every wo...
26/09/2026

“Q3 reports” doesn’t exactly sound like gripping reading, but it should be 🤓

British Wool publish a report after every wool auction, and they’re one of the best ways to understand what’s actually happening in the UK wool industry right now.

I’ve read them all so you don’t have to.

Q3 saw four British Wool auctions, from 21st July to 15th September — and, importantly, the arrival of the 2026 clip.

What did they show us?
- Buyers were cautious as the new season arrived, with clearance dropping sharply from June to July
- Demand recovered through August and September, reaching 96.9% clearance at BW223
- Prices softened from their summer highs, but remained relatively steady while the market found its level
- And by mid-September, the 2026 season-to-date price was around 35p higher than 2025

So, how did Q3 really go? Summer can be a slower, transitional period for the wool market, with stronger demand often emerging through autumn and winter.

Q3 feels like a breather as the new 2026 clip entered the market and prices settled after a very strong first half of the year.

Will the remained of the year follow the same pattern?

We’ll find out at the next sale on the 6th October.

Did you know that it was the autumn equinox yesterday? That rather magical time when day and night as the same length. I...
24/09/2026

Did you know that it was the autumn equinox yesterday? That rather magical time when day and night as the same length.

I love this time of the year, as the leaves turn golden, the last of the berries are ripe and juicy, and you can disappear under a mountain of your finest woollens.

Admittedly I can be found in wool in the middle of summer, and also autumn is arguably my favourite season, but still, this is a magical time of year 🍂

These slightly impromptu photos were snapped on a work trip to the glorious Straloch Estate on a bluebird of a day in July. I’m wearing my Over It Slipover by lilykatemakes | knitwear designer knit using a lovely undyed wool from Caithness Yarns

Who else is excited for autumn? 🙋🏻‍♀️

16/09/2026

The latest auction took place on the 15th September.

BW224 saw a wee dip in the index, bidding hesitancy and a clearance of 86.2% on 1,071 tonnes of British wool.

Yet the summer remains a good season for the new 2026 clip, with the average to date around 35p higher per kg than the average for the 2025 season!

You can find all this information and more about the wool sales on the website 🤓

What are you hoping to see at the next sale in early October?

12/09/2026

Alas I have torn a little too much in my knee for a trip for to the lovely this weekend, but if I could, I’d be heading straight to:


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Plus a fab few others - part 2, anyone?

Are you heading to Perth this weekend? Give your favourite vendor a shoutout in the comments!

04/09/2026

You didn’t think being on crutches was going to stop me bringing you the news from BW223, did you? 👀

The most recent auction took place on 1st September, and kicked the month off in style with a very healthy clearance rate. This is a fab bounce back after clearance dipped over the summer as the new 2026 clip came to the market.

Wonderful to see a 1.88% climb in the index too 🤩

I’m safely back on the sofa with my leg up and the ice on so pop your thoughts and questions in the comments, and let’s get nerdy!

I find myself continuing on the theme of gratitude this week after a sporting accident 🤕I am grateful for the kindness I...
27/08/2026

I find myself continuing on the theme of gratitude this week after a sporting accident 🤕

I am grateful for the kindness I have been shown by friends and strangers alike.

I am grateful for access to good healthcare, and for the space and time to heal.

I am grateful not to be deep in dye prep for an imminent yarn show 😅

And I am grateful for the ability to whip up some fun wee handle padding to soften the pressure of hopping around on crutches. I used some yummy West Yorkshire Spinners Re:Treat and a big 7mm hook. Mindful and useful? Yes, please!

I’m still awaiting a few tests to find out the extent of my injury but please know that, crutches and a battered knee aside, I am ok

And I am endlessly grateful for the kindness you have shown me following my most recent post.

I think we can all agree that a growing collection of chronic illnesses and dietary restrictions is pretty rubbish, righ...
23/08/2026

I think we can all agree that a growing collection of chronic illnesses and dietary restrictions is pretty rubbish, right?

Closing my wonderful handdyed yarn business celebrating British wool at the end of last year was an incredibly difficult decision that I spent a long time sitting on.

In the end, I knew that I had to put my health first.

And hey, if I hadn’t closed my business, I wouldn’t have:

Gone to insightful and inspiring events, including the British Wool launch of their Scottish wool label and the Great British Wool Revival Summit.

Realised I can be a happy wool nerd without needing a shop to prove that I know my stuff.

Had the time and space to visit so many shows, pet so many sheep (and cows, and horses and goats!), and meet so many lovely people.

Started interviewing the industry about why they love wool; the Why We Love This Wool serious wouldn’t exist!

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