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The Australian Sheep & Wool Show, July 2025
We had a fantastic time at the 25th annual Australian Sheep and Wool Show in Bendigo, Victoria from July 18–20. The show was a hive of activity, and
Congratulations – Skytten, Denmark
Congratulations We are delighted to welcome Maiken Bjørnholt to the Ashford family! Maiken has recently purchased the Skytten business from Linda and
Denmark – passing the baton
After 23 wonderful years, Linda and Henrik Larsen of Skytten, have sold their business and are retiring as our distributors in Denmark. We are so grat
Knit City Montreal
May 16th – 18th, 2025 Montreal, Canada What a fantastic weekend at Knit City Montreal! We were thrilled to attend this vibrant event alongside our l
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Let’s talk about setts…
No, not the 90s pop song—sett is a weaving term that’s all about how close together your threads are. If you’re just getting started with weaving, understanding sett will hel
Upcycling on your rigid heddle loom
One of the things I love most about weaving is how it brings together creativity, sustainability, and the joy of making something by hand. It is always inspiring to see […]
The challenge of colour management – Part 2
I have been diving into some colour management techniques in my spinning recently, and I wanted to share one that’s been especially fun and effective! It’s a great way to [&hel
The challenge of colour management – Part 1
Hand-dyed fibre braids are irresistibly beautiful — rich in colour, texture, and creative potential. Yet working with them can often feel like a gamble. Those vibrant tones that