About our Wools & Yarns

1. How would you describe your yarns?

Quality, timeless, and a feeling of coming home. Creating with and inspired by Nature.

Each base, from Lambswool to Silk Mohair, is made in collaboration with heritage mills in Scotland, England, and Italy, using fibers from small, responsible farms.

We are also very well known for our beautiful color palettes - timeless shades inspired by the incredible nuances of Nature. So many gorgeous combinations to create!

Our Lambswools range

Le Petit Lambswool (fingering), Le Lambswool (DK), Le Gros Lambswool (Aran)

Our Silk Mohairs range

Le Petit Silk & Mohair

Le Gros Silk & Mohair

Our Cottons range

Le Petit Organic Cotton: Smooth, clean, and breathable. It has a natural matte finish and gentle softness, perfect for those who prefer a wool-free touch. Its even structure brings clarity to stitches and a calm, relaxed drape.

Le Coton & Alpaca: Velvety and softly weighted. The cotton gives structure, the alpaca adds a whisper of warmth The fabric falls gently and feels soothing against the skin — ideal for soft layers and all-season comfort.

2. Why is Wool such a wonderful fiber?

Wool is a natural, breathing fiber that reacts to its environment, keeping you warm in the cold and cool in the heat. It also absorbs moisture without feeling wet and gently shapes itself to your body over time. Plus, done with the right processes and mills, it is a fabulous environmentally-friendly material: sheep are sheared for their wellbeing and we create magic with these fibers, for beautiful and long-lasting garments, and hours of knitting joy.

3. What does “Lambswool” mean?

Lambswool is the first shearing of a young sheep, usually around seven months old, which makes it naturally fine and soft. It’s softer than regular wool and makes our Lambswools range extra special.

Shearing is always done for the welfare and well-being of a sheep, like getting a haircut. The shearing process is of course done by skilled professionals, with respect for the animal (no mulesing practices). And after shearing, they go back to grazing in wide open spaces with their flock.

Our Lambswools range (Le Petit Lambswool, Le Lambswool, and Le Gros Lambswool) are spun in Scotland and finished in England from trusted mills, for a beautiful handfeel and long-lasting quality. With traditional savoir-faire and preparation.

4. What is the story behind your Silk & Mohair yarns?

The mohair adds softness and halo, while the silk brings shine and strength. Every skein reflects the lightness, airiness, and depth that only natural fibers can offer.

Our beautiful Silk Mohair yarns combine South African mohair from Angora goats and Chinese mulberry silk from Cocoons waste and leftover (making the process completely cruelty-free), then spun and dyed in Italy.

The colors in Le Petit Silk & Mohair are created to match with Le Petit Lambswool's color range, so they can be knit together and create the perfect nuance. The matching colors will carry the same name in both ranges (like for example 'Green Pink Turquoise'). Our color range in Le Petit Lambswool is our largest color range, and we are progressively extending our colors in Le Petit Silk & Mohair to match them.

5. Are your yarns suitable for sensitive skin?

Our Lambswool comes from young sheep, so it is naturally soft and smooth. If you feel very sensitive to wool, we suggest trying our Le Petit Organic Cotton or Cotton & Alpaca yarns: they are soft, breathable, and very gentle on the skin. And if you like Mohair, our Silk Mohair range (with Le Petit Silk & Mohair and Le Gros Silk & Mohair) are like clouds of softness and can even be worn directly on the skin.

6. Why don’t all your yarns carry certifications like RWS or GOTS?

Many of these farms follow the same principles as certified producers: animal welfare, responsible land use, and sustainable practices. But certifications like RWS or RAS can be costly and complex for smallholders. We rely on trust, long-term relationships.

8. What is “finishing” and why is it important?

“Finishing” is the final stage after spinning and dyeing. It gives the yarn its soft touch, strength, and balance. In England, our partner mills gently wash, full, and set the yarn to achieve that beautiful handle and drape for our Lambswools range. It is a quiet, traditional process that makes a world of difference.

9. How should I wash and care for my knits with your yarns?

We recommend hand washing in cool water with a gentle wool detergent (we love using the soap called 'Eucalan', and drying it flat, on a thick towel.
Natural fibers don’t need frequent washing, a gentle air-out is often enough.
Handled with care, your wool piece will last for decades 🤍

Patterns

1. How do I receive my pattern after purchase?

All knitting patterns are available as instant digital downloads (PDF). You will receive an email with the download link immediately after purchase. Please check your spam if you haven't, and if it nos there, no worries - it can be a little technical incident, just contact us via the Chat or by email at ✉️ info@bichesetbuches.com and we will send it to you asap.

2. What skill level do I need for your knitting patterns?

Our patterns range from beginner to advanced, with clear instructions, stitch charts, and tips. Whether you’re knitting your first scarf or exploring colorwork, lace, or cables, we guide you every step of the way, and each pattern will offer you new knitting adventures.

3. What yarns work best for your patterns?

We design all our patterns with Biches & Bûches Wools and/ or yarns. Each pattern includes a recommended yarn type and fiber to achieve the designed look and feel. You can always see all the information to a design on the page of the Knitting kit (in "The Biches & Bûches Collection").

4. Do your patterns include multiple sizes?

Yes, all garment patterns are graded for multiple sizes and include detailed measurement charts to help you find your perfect fit.

5. What if I need help with a technique in your pattern?

We are here to support you the best we can. Each pattern includes step-by-step instructions and a Little Knitting Guide to refer back to. If you are blocked at one point, you are also welcome to reach out to us for personal guidance, by email or on the Chat.

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