Meet CloudKnitCo: undyed merino from the Welsh hills
On a hill farm in Powys, Rhian and Owen raise sheep, spin their wool in small batches and crochet it into some of the calmest, most natural toys we have ever found. Nothing is dyed, and almost nothing is wasted.
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Maker profile
CloudKnitCo
- Powys, Wales, UK
- On Etsy since 2018
- Natural, undyed wool toys
- 5.0 rating · 410 reviews
The story
Rhian grew up on the farm; Owen joined after twenty years as a carpenter. When wool prices fell so low that shearing cost more than the fleece was worth, they decided to use the wool themselves.
Today their flock's wool is washed and spun at a small mill in mid-Wales, then crocheted at the kitchen table into sheep, lambs and baby blankets. The cream comes from their white ewes, the dark brown from a handful of black Welsh Mountain sheep.
Read our full review of their best-selling piece.
In their own words
Why undyed wool?
Because it is already beautiful. Every fleece has its own tone, and we would rather show that than cover it up.
Is wool a good choice for toys?
For older children, absolutely — it is naturally fresh, warm and durable. For babies we recommend our cotton range instead, and we always say so in the listing.
How long does one sheep take?
About four hours of crochet, plus the weeks it takes to wash, card and spin the wool. Slow, but that is the point.
What is next for CloudKnitCo?
A small range of blankets from the same flock — each one labelled with the names of the sheep it came from.
"From our sheep to your shelf — nothing in between but a hook."
— CloudKnitCo
Our favourite pieces
Three pieces from CloudKnitCo we would happily give as gifts:
Why we love them
- Fully traceable wool from their own flock
- No dyes, minimal processing
- Honest guidance on age and allergies
- Beautiful, calm design that suits any home
Ordering tips
| Processing time | 5–7 working days (made to order) |
|---|---|
| Ships from | UK — EU delivery 5–10 days, customs may apply |
| Custom orders | Embroidered eyes on request |
| Packaging | Plastic-free, recycled card |
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