Hello! I'm Clara Parkes. I'm an advocate for wool, and I invite you to join me.
Together we’ll learn why it’s crucial that we use wool not only for socks and sweaters, but also in new and innovative ways.
We discuss sheep farming and regenerative practices and climate change; we look at how wool can replace synthetics in a wide range of products from garden compost and insulation, to packaging and bandages.
If there’s a wool connection, we go there.
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Tales from Japan and our next book
Three Bags Full readalong, plus Tomomi Mimura’s mosaic embroidery, a woolly Hallmark Halloween mystery, and shepherding in Switzerland
For the Flock: This Week's Wooly Distractions
A new quiz, our summer book group, and fun wooly prompts in the Community
The Wool Wire | January 22, 2026
Beautiful Bosnian wool, the Merino market is on the rise, understanding a major breakthrough in blending cotton and wool, celebrating Saskatchewan's wool keepers, and making the most of snow
January 8, 2026 | The Wool Wire
Our new shearing shero, styling the triangle, stinky blends, snow washing, and how to use awe for good
Flock Talk starts in an hour!
T-minus 60 minutes until I ring the bell.
Our next Flock Talk, and a quick year-end survey!
We meet next on January 2nd at 7pm EST. But first, I have a short members-only survey for you.
The Wool Wire | December 19, 2025
The Sheep Detectives trailer, V&A goes ASMR, handmade woolen dolls, wool yoga mats, and more microplastics from recycled polyester.
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