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Lagom X Francie

Behind the curtain at Francie - Lagom Feature

Earlier this year Tracey from Lagom popped into our Auckland studio, and quickly the conversation started flowing. We mused on everything design, textiles, sustainability, and...

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How to shop more sustainably; Here is the one thing I think it all boils down to

By Anna Woodruff Trying to make and buy more sustainably is an overwhelming problem, and the "solutions" can be equally hard to digest. What matters...

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Workshops

The Art of Mending; Upcoming Repair Workshop

  Learn about the tools and tricks for knitwear repair with Francie founder Anna Woodruff. Mending can be creative, meditative, is a way to save money,...

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TIPS FROM A KNITWEAR DESIGNER

Wash: How to hand wash properly

Handwashing knitwear in the right way can be transformative. Not only will it be clean, but it also can remove excess stray fibres that may...

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TIPS FROM A KNITWEAR DESIGNER

Storage: Help your knitwear last even longer.

It might not sound like much but how you store your knitwear can make a big difference in the long run. Taking a moment to...

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TIPS FROM A KNITWEAR DESIGNER

Moths: how to get rid of them

Moths? An alarming discovery in any knitwear drawer. Unfortunately moths love knitwear as much as we do. The tell tale signs you might be wondering? An unsuspecting...

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TIPS FROM A KNITWEAR DESIGNER

Darning: How to mend a hole

A hole in your favourite knit doesn't mean it's the end. Why not try your hand at darning? At Francie, our hope is that your knit...

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Styling

considerations of a capsule wardrobe

Capsule wardrobe is a term that gets bandied around a lot, but what’s it getting at?      The concept takes cues from a time...

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Fibre to final form.

notes on fibre. Possum is one of the best quality yarns we've worked with.This choice has drawn a lot of curiosity.We're an open book -...

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