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With school holidays upon us it is time to get involved in some new crafts! Friendship bracelets are easy to make with only a few skeins of embroidery cotton, making them a perfect afternoon activity for both adults and children. They are a form of macramé with patterns developing from a series of knots that range from simple to intricate.

We love Rowan for the quality of their yarns as well as their timeless pattern designs. Rowan yarns can be styled into both classic knit and crochet wear as well as more modern, on trend pieces. Here is a little bit more about one of our favourite brands at Morris & Sons. 

A beginner's guide to the tools and techniques you will need to learn to knit.

A beginner's guide to the tools and techniques you will need to learn to crochet.

There are many reasons for substituting yarns when selecting your next project, maybe the yarn has been discontinued or not available locally, maybe you have some stash yarn you want to use or even just to make your project unique. Whatever the reason there are some key steps to follow when choosing a substitution.  Weight of yarn On the surface this is pretty simple,...

Our Honey Cable Cowl Pattern is not only gorgeous and soft but it's reversible! Both sides look lovely and you'll want to wear this all winter long.

Alegria Grande is the big brother of Alegria. Its a 10ply/Worsted/Aran weight yarn with a blend of a blend of 75% Superwash Merino, 25% Polyamide. It is a fantastic yarn for blankets, thicker socks as well as garments and accessories. 

Alegría is a 4ply/fingering weight yarn, with a blend of 75% Superwash Merino, 25% Polyamide. It is perfect for so many different projects from socks to shawls as well as being ideal for baby knits as it is able to be washed in the machine on a gentle cycle.