The simplest way is a little test – take a piece of thread and light it. If it burns slowly, smells a bit like burnt hair, and after extinguishing it leaves crumbly, dark ash, then you are sure that it is wool or at least there is a lot of it in the composition. Cotton or synthetics burn completely differently – faster and without that characteristic smell. It is a quick trick that always works!

And here's where it gets interesting! Wool can "bite" a little, but it depends on its type. The most delicate and softest is merino wool - if you have something with the words "fine" or "superfine merino", you can sleep soundly, because it shouldn't scratch. Wool made of thick fibers, on the other hand, can be rougher and then it can actually be a bit of a nuisance. There is also lambswool, which is wool from young lambs - mega soft and pleasant. So if you are afraid of biting, look for such markings! In our store you will find very delicate alpaca yarns, a wonderful blend of camel wool (babycamel), which will be suitable for more sensitive people.

100% wool yarn is a real treasure! It is perfect for anything that is supposed to keep you warm – scarves, blankets, sweaters. Wool has great thermal insulation and breathability properties, so it is ideal for cold days. It is also elastic and durable, so clothes made from it will serve you for a long time. And that natural smell and texture – priceless! Wool is also perfect for weaving kilims. Thanks to it, the fabric will be more compact and filled.

Well, not really! Wool is a natural fur that grows on sheep (or other animals), i.e. raw material straight from nature. Wool yarn is something that was created from this wool after processing – the fibers are cleaned, combed and twisted into a thread, which can then be woven or knitted. So you could say that yarn is a kind of “dressed” wool, ready for further work. Wool is more raw and natural, and yarn is more organized and durable, which makes it easier to make cool things that we wear every day.

The best? It depends on what you are looking for! If you want something soft and delicate, then merino wool or BFL is a hit – thin fibers that do not bite and are super pleasant to the skin. If you value naturalness and durability, then it is worth paying attention to virgin wool, that is, virgin wool – one that has not been previously processed and is of really high quality. Babycamel, in turn, is softness and fluffiness from camel wool. And if you are looking for something more characteristic, there are also wools from alpaca, mohair or cashmere, which have their own unique properties.