Woman wears wool dress for 100 consecutive days!

A British mother who believes wool does not need washing even after her children have urinated on it has worn the same dress for 100 consecutive days to prove the material is self-cleaning. Brittany Balinski, 34, uses her TikTok platform, where she has …

The Floks wool pillow takes you 'from grassland to dreamland' - it's a naturally cooling essential

With a name like the 'Floks Luxury British Wool Pillow', you should know exactly what you're getting yourself in for: hotel-quality softness, natural materials, and a chemical-free experience. The Floks does all of that and at a reasonable …

Weighing up the pros and cons of a wool vs feather and down duvet? I asked bedding experts which is better

If you’re looking for natural-fibre bedding, you might be weighing up a wool duvet vs a feather and down duvet. Both are fantastic options, but there are pros and cons to each duvet filling that it's worth being aware of. As a sleep-product writer, I’ …

MEMORY LANE: Craven mill was vital thread in knitting wool trade

ELIZABETH Ann Fryer was born in Glusburn in 1858. She began her working life as a worsted spinner, most probably in the village at Hayfield Mill. However, in the 1890s she bought herself a stocking knitting machine and for over 30 years worked from home, …

Lamplugh Heritage Society to host talk on Cumbria’s wool tradition

The Lamplugh Heritage Society are set to host a talk exploring the centuries-old role of wool production and sheep rearing in the region. Authors Beth and Steve Pipe will be discussing their new book, Cumbrian Yarns. The talk, titled "The secret …

Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan Workshop Helps Protect Flocks from Disease

AMES, Iowa – Sheep producers are invited to attend Iowa State University Extension and Outreach’s Secure Sheep and Wool Supply Plan Workshop on May 9. Sheep producers will learn how to best protect their flocks from disease and prepare for the event of a …

Ganasini Ananda Devi: ‘a dyed-in-the-wool teacher’

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'Still got a long way to go': EMI climbs significantly as wool supply tightens

Why this mum has worn the same wool dress for 100 consecutive days

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From silk to wool: 5 scarves that redefine elegance "

Scarves are the perfect accessories that can dress up any outfit, making it look elegant and stylish. Be it a bold pattern or a classic one, there's a scarf for every occasion. In this article, we take a look at some timeless scarves that can instantly …