Those who love wool and work with natural yarns will sooner or later encounter an invisible but fearsome enemy: moths. These seemingly harmless little insects can cause serious damage to sweaters, scarves, balls of yarn, and fine garments. In this article, we’ll...
Yarns for Brother knitting machine: Choosing the Right Yarn When working with home knitting machines such as Brother or similar models, choosing the right yarn is essential for achieving a great result. Below, we’ll explain which yarns to use, how to use them...
✨ Softness, ethics, and beauty—all in a single ball of yarn Have you ever thought that every stitch you knit can tell a story?A story of quality, respect for the environment, and authentic style. At Hircus Filati, we believe that the future of knitting lies in...
What is Carded Yarn? Carded yarn is obtained through a textile fiber processing process that uses short fibers, often from shearing the less valuable parts of the animal, such as legs and belly. These fibers, after being cleaned and dusted, are subjected to carding ,...
📌 What does “ply” mean in yarn? “Ply” refers to the number of strands (or plies) twisted together to make a yarn. So: 2 ply = 2 strands twisted together. 4 ply = 4 strands twisted together. And so on. 📏 Does it indicate the yarn’s thickness?...