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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...
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...
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,...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 -...