Blog posts with tag: Rico

Have you ever been into a store in winter, picked up a fantastically soft cardigan from the rack, only to see the price tag and think, ‘That’s a whole HEAP of cash!’? Chances are, that super soft cardigan or sweater was made with mohair. But what if we told you that you could have your own version of this luxe garment? In your favorite colorway and with a much softer hit to your wallet. All you ne...

Summer is in full swing, meaning that your big spring clean is (should be!) behind you. You've pulled everything away from the walls, your baseboards and floorboards have been dusted and polished. And curtains laundered. Ovens are sparkling. But has this deep clean and all those working-from-home days now convinced you that your home could do with an upgrade? Then, now's your chance! With the long...

More and more craft enthusiasts are discovering this wonderful embroidery technique: punch needle! And that’s not without good reason because it is highly addictive. It’s super fun to do and you can use it to create stunning works of art on canvas with great ease. Discover everything you need to know to get started with this technique. We’ll take you through the basics, how it works, what tools yo...

Punch needle embroidery has been the needlework rage for a while now. As all good craft enthusiasts, armed with brand new punch needle tools, you’ve no doubt given it a go and punched your first creations. With the basics under your belt, it’s time to branch out. But what makes a great punch needle yarn? Which is the perfect punch needle yarn for making the ultimate sofa cushion, wall hanging, cud...

Teddy yarn is perfect for knitting and crocheting soft, fluffy and cuddly creations. Crocheting with teddy yarn can sometimes be quite a challenge, but it’s worth it for the cuddliest of results! We’ve put together our top 10 tips for crocheting with teddy yarn. With these practical tips up your sleeve, crocheting with these lovely fluffy threads should be that little bit easier! Let’s go…...

Damp necks, fans working overtime, long traffic jams on route to the beach and SPF 50 smeared across your nose. In other words: summer! The season in which BBQs and blow-up pools are dragged down from the attic and any layer of clothing is one to many. But still, that one layer is essential! It protects your skin from the bright sun and keeps you warm when the day finally cools into evening. As yo...