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Brand New & Perfect for Winter: Our British Wool Socks

Posted by Verity on 05-Sep-2017 09:02:12

We’re totally in love with our new British Wool Socks, spun here in Yorkshire. Made in 6 of our signature shades- Bramley Baths, Viking, Coal, Chevin, Brass Band and Dalby- each pair have a super cute contrast cuff too. Even better news is they’re easy to care for- just pop them in the washing machine when they need to freshen up.

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Happy Feet: The Best Socks You Can Make or Buy to Treat Your Feet

Posted by Verity on 04-Sep-2017 09:01:00

  1. West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4 ply Country Bird range.


We never get tired of knitting a simple plain pair of socks from West Yorkshire Spinner’s Country Birds sock yarn. The colourways are fabulous- our favourites include Blue Tit, Wood Pigeon and Bullfinch with a total of nine shade to choose from . What’s more, the yarn is made from 35% Bluefaced Leiciester Wool making really lovely to knit with. They also have ready made socks in this range too.

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Toasty Toes: Why Wool Socks are Better than Cotton for Cosy Feet This Winter

Posted by Verity on 01-Sep-2017 08:56:00

Never tried wool socks? Wondering what all the fuss is about. When the temperature drops and autumn creeps in those cotton socks in your drawer are going to do nothing to keep your toes toasty. When cotton gets wet, it loses all its insulating properties, so you might as well not bother with socks at all, like one of those trendy brogue-wearing hipsters. You might not have leaky boots or go jumping in muddy puddles, but your own perspiration will still mean you’ll end up with damp, cold feet.

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