IWTO Wool Care
Wool is a natural fibre with many benefits. Not only is it sustainable, fashionable and breathable; it is also easy to care for. Discover our wool care guidelines in this blog.
The NZ Wool Educational Strategy
Campaign for Wool New Zealand extends its ongoing wool education campaign, with new activities for students of all ages.
The Fair Isle Knit Technique
The Fair Isle knit is a knitting technique that dates back centuries but has never lost its popularity. Read more about this technique and pattern here.
American Wool Traditions by Larry Prager
Larry Prager, CEO of Center of the Nation Wool, Inc., gave a fascinating presentation on American wool traditions at the IWTO Wool Round Table in December 2023. Read about it here.
Tying it All Together: Exploring the World of Wool Rope
Seaweed farmers have long made use of plastic rope in their operations. Read on to see how wool is fast becoming a widely accepted natural substitute.
Boosting our Fabulous Fibre
Good news for British sheep farmers! A collaborative research project called "Fabulous Fibre" aims to improve the UK wool industry's productivity, sustainability, and resilience.
Irish Grown Wool Tapestry Project Celebrates “Brigid 1500”
An Irish grown wool project features a fresh take on St Brigid's cloak, with traditional Aran knit stitching and textural wool elements.
Innovators Lead at ASI Annual Convention
Innovators led the conversation at the Annual Convention of the American Sheep Industry Association, 12 January in Denver, Colorado.
UN Recognition for Natural Fibres
In a landmark step, the importance of natural plant fibres in sustainable development has been officially recognized by the UN.
The Best of IWTO 2023
Perhaps it will come as no surprise but ... From fleece to fibre, your favourite posts for 2023 all related very tangibly to sheep! As the calendar year winds down, we take a moment to look back at what caught your attention these past 12 months.