Knitting with Sheep Locks – A Journey of Texture, Character, and Colour
A lovely soft scarf knitted with Gotland sheep locks
Getting the Best from Knitting with Locks
I didn’t invent knitting with sheep locks — far from it. But after plenty of trial, error, and joyful experimenting,…
New for 2025: Eden Wool Gathering at Whithorn Roundhouse
We’re excited to announce the first-ever Eden Wool Gathering, taking place at the stunning Whithorn Roundhouse on Saturday 26th and…
The Locks Muff Misadventure… And the Fleece-y Comeback!
Have you ever started a project with excitement fizzing in your fingers, only to realise halfway through that it’s just not…
Wrap Yourself in Colour: Thrum Your Way to a One-of-a-Kind Boa
Turn chunky yarn and colourful fleece locks into a one-of-a-kind, textured scarf with this joyful thrumming pattern! Perfect for adventurous knitters and fibre lovers, this project is fun, creative, and full of character.
Includes:
Easy-to-follow PDF instructions
Tips for working with fleece locks
Great for stash-busting and statement making!
Make a wearable piece of fibre art—soft, bold, and beautifully unique every time.
Thrum It Your Way: Exploring Thrumming Techniques for Knitting with Locks
Get Fluffy with Thrumming!
Thrumming is like giving your knitting or fabric projects a wild woolly hug! By poking soft, curly sheep locks through your stitches, you create pops of fluffy texture that look fun and feel fabulously warm. Perfect for toasty mittens, snuggly hats, or adding a bit of sheepy mischief to rugs and wall art. It’s cosy, quirky, and totally irresistible!
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