2020-12-07
Regular wool is a material fiber that is extracted from the hide of hairy animals such as sheep and goats while merino wool is a material fiber acquired particularly from Merino sheep. In this way, wool can originate from various kinds of textured animals, for example, sheep, goats, and rabbits thou Read More
2020-12-04
Wool naturally has many sought after characteristics which make it an ideal material. Combine this with the very fine nature of Merino Wool and you have a highly desirable material. This very fine fibre makes Merino wool much softer against the skin and more luxurious to wear than traditional wool t Read More
2020-12-03
Merino wool is a type of material that comes from Merino Sheep and is renowned for its exceptional properties. These include its fantastic softness, shine and breathability. The fibres of Merino wool are softer, finer, and more sensitive than many other fabrics. Common wool types are warm, durable, Read More
2020-12-02
Merino sheep developed in Spain and were highly prized for their fine wool. In 1797, the first merino sheep, derived from the famed royal merino flocks of Spain, were introduced into Australia. Although these sheep had already evolved a fine fibre, further selective breeding by Australian farmers so Read More
2020-11-25
All qualities considered, Cashmere is the better choice in most regards, but Merino holds its own quite well.Warmth and ComfortWhile Cashmere is typically thinner than Merino wool, it is far better at insulating and it provides more warmth. This is understandable when the origin of each is considere Read More
2020-11-09
Merino wool isn’t like itchy wool sweaters. In fact, merino wool fine fibers have a much smaller diameter, which gives them more flexibility to softly bend when pressed against the skin, therefore preventing itchiness. Merino wool is naturally 100% ecological. Merino sheep are typically shorn once Read More