The Woolmark Company

The Woolmark Recycled Wool quality assurance certification builds on our 60 year commitment to excellence, with a refreshed focus on creating a nature positive industry. Recycled Wool is a sub-brand to the Woolmark certification program, developed for pre- and post-consumer wool waste that is reclaimed and reprocessed into new yarns or fabrics. Discover more: https://ow.ly/CkwA50TMiV9

Hear from our Global Sustainability Manager, Emma Gittoes Bunting, at the Textile Exchange Conference 2024 in California, October 30th as leaders and experts from across the fashion and textile industry come together exploring the concept of nature positive. For the Day 2 afternoon breakout session, Emma will join a panel looking at examples of meaningful initiatives to take action on biodiversity and measure progress toward a nature positive future in the “What Does ‘Nature Positive’ Mean?” discussion. Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/5iTk50TNcOY

Why are more brands turning to wool faux fur? Naturally warm, breathable and free from microplastic shedding, wool faux fur offers a versatile alternative to synthetic faux fur fabrics. Wool faux fur, crafted through weft or warp knitting, weaving and tufting, offers diverse design possibilities for a wide range of applications from apparel to furniture and accessories. By knitting wool fibres into a loop structure, wool faux fur achieves a texture that closely mimics the luxurious look and feel of traditional fur, for a comfortable and premium finish. From sherpa to fleece style fabrics and more, tap into the versatility of wool and explore how wool faux fur can elevate your product offerings. Learn more, here: https://ow.ly/pKGL50TMiTA

The ultimate online educational platform for all things wool, the Woolmark Learning Centre houses a collection of free self-paced courses ranging from introductory to advanced level learning. View your personal dashboard where you can download resources, save coursework, complete quizzes and more for a tailored learning experience. For teachers, coursework has been developed for seamless integration into educational activities inclusive of course outcomes and demonstrations for teaching application. Learn more: https://ow.ly/HX5K50TKs6n

Cultivate your knitwear design skills in the Woolmark Learning Centre’s Fashion and Design Program. Our Knitwear Design & Make course will guide you through an exploration of hand knitting through to commercial-scale merchandised knitwear design and manufacture. By the end of this course you should be able to outline the processes involved in producing wool yarn for knitwear, explain the the key knitted structures and techniques used to create knitwear, and describe the main types of machines used to manufacture knitted fabric and garments. Start today: https://ow.ly/MYP450TGpOh

Transform your designs with #TheWoolLab AW 25/26 theme, The Phantom Thread. Immerse yourself in fabrics designed for innovative constructions with real-world application, crafted by NAO Virtual Knitting Machine. NAO’s advanced visualisations showcase both single and double-sided circular and jacquard knitting for creative solutions and forward-thinking design. Brought to life through the Material Experience Centre (MEC) by Santoni Shanghai, source with global collaboration in mind, to drive innovation and industry-wide advancements. Discover more: https://ow.ly/s6yI50TGqcX

Are you ready to redefine the future of performance fabrics? Join us at Performance Days in Munich at stand S17 in the Wool Area (Hall A2), Messe München. Reimagine your next wool product line elevated by wool’s unmatched natural benefits - from exceptional comfort and temperature regulation to moisture wicking and beyond. Be among the first to discover The Wool Lab's upcoming release, and explore performance layers, sports intimates, breathable structures, swimwear, footwear and more. To arrange a meeting, please contact trade-extension@wool.com

Presenting the Merino wool TOD'S Field Jacket, marking their inaugural Woolmark certified creation, highlighting a mutual commitment to craftsmanship and the world’s finest natural fibre. The choice of 15-Micron Merino wool, with its superior temperature regulation and moisture wicking properties, gives the Tod’s Field Jacket its innovative edge. Woolmark certification guarantees that the Tod’s Field Jacket meets the highest standards of quality and performance. Learn more: https://ow.ly/Y2PY50TAOnv

There’s no single solution to fashion’s environmental impact. However, we know that 100% wool fabrics can biodegrade by up to 95% within just 15 weeks* in specific soil conditions. Unlike fossil fuel-derived synthetic fabrics made from petrochemicals – which do not readily biodegrade – wool is a forward-looking and natural approach to material use. Learn more about the wool fibre’s biodegradability: https://ow.ly/IYlT50Tyvz8 *Source: Compostability of wool textiles by soil burial (2023)

Join us at Functional Textiles, Shanghai, Stand L12, from 9th – 10th October at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center to explore the latest wool and performance innovations across key categories including: footwear, ski, golf, cycling, running, seamless apparel, workwear and more. For those attending, join the Expert Talk forum on 10th October from 10:20-11:00am to hear from our technical team on "Innovations in Merino Wool Products.” Don’t miss this opportunity to source functional wool textiles from The Wool Lab and explore the 60-year history of innovation across the wool supply chain proudly on display. Register now: https://ow.ly/cu7e50Tv0mi