The fleece of Merino sheep is soft and fine, resulting in a wool that’s more pleasant on the skin than regular wool. It’s easy to see why these natural fibers are favored by knitters and crocheters, ...

Merino wool is one of the most soft and warm textiles used for making socks and other garments. Shorn from merino sheep, it works well in both warm and cold climates. One of the best things about ...

But he is also an avid knitter — and so he jumped at the chance to do a collection woven entirely from the wool of gay sheep.

Soft yet tough, felt is a versatile, malleable material used for everything from sculpting to sewing. Then there’s felt needling, a beginner-friendly sculpting method with a range of possibilities.