In today’s consumeristic throw away society what could be more cool than making your own hat- or bag- from scratch? Well Wool and The Gang are a great company making knitting cool. Why buy a hat from Primark when you can get a pattern and everything you need to crochet your own? Easy to do and oh-so fashionable. Frost loves Wool and the Gang and we suggest you get on board too.
WOOL AND THE GANG LAUNCH RAFFIA: A DESIRABLE NEW YARN AND ACCESSORIES COLLECTION PERFECT FOR YOUR CITY TO COAST SUMMER GETAWAYS
As the days get longer and it seems spring is in the air, it’s time to turn our minds to Summer! DIY fashion pioneers Wool and the Gang are proud to announce the launch of their brand new yarn and accessories range Ra-Ra Raffia - after all, we believe crochet is the perfect way to spend balmy holiday evenings.
The durable fibre has fast become the go-to summer material for brands including Celine, who want to bring a touch of the Riviera to their pieces. The trend looks set to continue for 2018 with the return of straw totes and woven baskets, for those who want to channel their inner Jane Birkin the Ra-Ra Raffia makes the perfect iconic basket bag.
The distinctive raffia fibre is light and airy, water-resistant and quick-drying – perfect for creating pieces to take on sand-filled, shady getaways (as well as light enough for those urban city adventures). From slouchy bucket bags and playful totes, to authentic hats and bohemian-inspired house accessories, these projects are the perfect way to transcend seasons and get yourself vacation-ready! The wide-brimmed floppy hat Worn This Way is the ultimate Summer statement piece – versatile and stylish, paired with the beginner-friendly Money Honey Clutch or Starstruck Bag for added texture and depth to your summer outfits.
The new release features 9 new crochet kits and 2 free patterns, available in 4 balmy, summer inspired hues; Ivory White, Cinnamon Dust, Midnight Blue and Desert Palm.
Step into Summer with Ra-Ra Raffia accessories – the ultimate summer projects for the start of the warmer months.
Yarn: Ra-Ra-Raffia
Shades: Ivory White, Cinnamon Dust, Midnight Blue, Desert Palm Price: £14.50 / €17.00 / $20.00
Yardage/Weight: 273yd/250m and 100g
Suggested knitting needles: 4.5mm
Washing Instructions: Hand wash
Kits: Money Honey Clutch, Starstruck Bag, Bad Romance Bag, Paper Gangsta Bag, Worn This Way Hat, Joanne Hat, Love Game Basket, Oh La La Plant Hanger, Poker Face Cup Holder.
Free Patterns: Speechless Phone Case, Perfect Illusion Placemat
Kit prices: Range from £15.00 / €17.00 / $20.00 – £65.00 / €76.00 / $8.00
ABOUT WOOL AND THE GANG
Wool and the Gang, are committed to making knitting a thing of the future and it all starts with their community. From the type of wool to the design to the finish – when it comes to clothing and accessories that reflect personality, the ‘Gang’ know better than anyone what they want, so who better to make them? With responsibly sourced materials, tools and most importantly, easy to follow instructions, the kits come with everything needed to make knitters DIY dreams come true. Whether starting with something simple, or deciding to go for the Wool Monty, they’ve got you covered. Wool and the Gang has collaborated with Giles Deacon for his LFW show, Friends of the Earth, the British Fashion Council, Mini, Veuve Clicquot, Christopher Raeburn, Whistles, Soludos and & Other Stories to date. The Gang cares deeply about provenance and collaborates with the best producers to source their yarns.