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How to choose what size to knit or crochet - including understanding ease.
How to choose what size to knit or crochet - including understanding ease.
You’ve found the perfect pattern & yarn...but will want a great fit. Picking a size to knit is much more than choosing a number off a chart. Read this article to... Read more...
Six Tips for Knitting Cables
Six Tips for Knitting Cables
The Willow Vest & Kids Cable Jumper   Cables are a perennial favourite in knits and knitting patterns. They’re stylish, timeless and add texture and visual interest to your knitting.... Read more...
What is 'blocking'? Plus, three ways to block your work
What is 'blocking'? Plus, three ways to block your work
So, what is blocking? Do I need to do it? And what are the different ways you can block, depending on your project? Read on to learn more about the... Read more...
Roseville Corriedales & Wollemi Yarn
Roseville Corriedales & Wollemi Yarn
Read on to learn about Australian farmer Tony Manchester, Roseville Corriedales and our BWM 'farm to yarn' release Wollemi. Read more...
So, You Want To Substitute A Yarn In A Pattern?
So, You Want To Substitute A Yarn In A Pattern?
Learn the three key elements to successfully substitute a BWM yarn for a pattern without adjusting the pattern itself. Read more...
Learning to Knit with the Magic Loop
Learning to Knit with the Magic Loop
If you’ve been wanting to knit in the round but only have long circular needles on hand, the Magic Loop technique is your new best friend! This technique allows you... Read more...