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Everything You Think You Know About Wool Is Wrong
Think wool is itchy and old-fashioned? Modern merino wool is soft, high-performance, and trusted by Olympic athletes. Here are 5 surprising facts that will completely change how you think about wool.
Willy McSkimming


The Dirty Truth About Synthetic Clothing (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Every time you wash a synthetic sweater, you release microplastics into waterways. Scientists have found them in human blood, organs, and breast milk. Here's why wool is the genuinely sustainable alternative.
Willy McSkimming


Wool's 10,000-Year Story — And Why It's Still Winning
Wool has been keeping humans alive for 10,000 years — long before synthetics, factories, or modern fashion. Discover the real story of wool, why premium brands are coming back to it, and why it's still humanity's smartest fabric.
Willy McSkimming
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Everything You Think You Know About Wool Is Wrong
Think wool is itchy and old-fashioned? Modern merino wool is soft, high-performance, and trusted by Olympic athletes. Here are 5 surprising facts that will completely change how you think about wool.
Willy McSkimming
Jun 152 min read


The Dirty Truth About Synthetic Clothing (And Why It Matters More Than You Think)
Every time you wash a synthetic sweater, you release microplastics into waterways. Scientists have found them in human blood, organs, and breast milk. Here's why wool is the genuinely sustainable alternative.
Willy McSkimming
Jun 82 min read


Wool's 10,000-Year Story — And Why It's Still Winning
Wool has been keeping humans alive for 10,000 years — long before synthetics, factories, or modern fashion. Discover the real story of wool, why premium brands are coming back to it, and why it's still humanity's smartest fabric.
Willy McSkimming
Jun 12 min read


A Bloody Good Fit: Welcoming the Southern Run of Bruce Rogers Shearing
Some decisions take months of spreadsheets, head-scratching, and sleepless nights. This one didn’t. We’re stoked to share that we’ve officially purchased the southern part of Bruce Rogers Shearing, and to be honest, it was a bit of a no-brainer for us. Not just from a business point of view, but from a people, community, and long-term sustainability angle too. Bruce has built a bloody solid run over many years, and there’s a lot of pride in taking over something that someone
Willy McSkimming
Dec 19, 20253 min read


The Many Hats of a Shearing Contractor
People often ask what it’s like running a shearing business. The truth is, no two days are ever the same—and that’s not just because of...
Willy McSkimming
May 3, 20252 min read
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