Advantages and Disadvantages of Different Types of Wool (Mohair, Alpaca, Merino)

Wool is one of the most widely used clothing fibers, being especially popular with winter garments. It is an animal based fiber, being made of the fleece of sheep or other animals. The reason why it is so popular is due to the fact that it is reasonably priced (the basic type at least), it has great insulating properties, it is water resistant, it wicks moisture, it breathes well, it adapts to different temperatures, it is highly durable and it is even odor resistant. Moreover, it is the … [Read more...]

Daisy Grass Wreath Tutorial

I'm so very excited to bring you this wonderful tutorial on how to make your own Daisy Grass Wreath! This is probably the favorite wreath I have ever come across! Learn how to make your own by following the simple steps below! First you will need to gather your supplies. You will need: Styrofoam Wreath (I used a 12" Green Wreath) Lion Brand Fun Fur Yarn in Lime ( I used about 1 1/4 skeins of yarn - how much you need depends on how big your wreath is.) Daisy Trim (Mine was … [Read more...]