There is no perfect yarn, but there are better choices. This practical guide explains how to choose sustainable yarn by thinking about fibre type, project purpose, longevity, stash use and the environmental trade-offs behind each option.

The environmental impact of yarn does not begin and end with the fibre. This post looks at how yarn is made, including scouring, retting, spinning and dyeing, and why processing is such an important part of the story.

Looking for eco friendly yarn beyond wool? This post explores natural alternatives including linen, hemp, alpaca and organic cotton, along with their environmental impact and what they are like to knit or crochet with.

Wool and acrylic are both popular yarn choices, but their environmental impacts are very different. This post compares wool vs acrylic yarn, including fossil carbon, microplastics, biodegradability, durability and end of life.

Methane from sheep and carbon dioxide from fossil fuels are not the same. This post explains biogenic carbon, the fossil carbon cycle and why understanding the difference matters when comparing wool yarn with synthetic fibres.

Is wool yarn sustainable? Wool is renewable, biodegradable and widely loved by knitters, but it also has environmental impacts. This post explores the environmental footprint of wool yarn, including methane emissions, land use, water use and processing.

We started asking questions about the environmental impact of the yarns we sell. What we found may surprise you. New blog series starts now.