Welcome to The Yarn Blog
The Scottish Borders is famous for its writers and storytellers. We plan to bring you our own stories including behind the scenes at My Cosy Store, history and heritage, Scottish country lifestyle, guides to knitwear and much more…
Cashmere socks and scarves – A love beyond Valentine’s Day
At My Cosy Store we love cosiness and comfort. With the continued restrictions presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and colder days, Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to […]
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5 Reasons Why Cashmere Socks and Scarves are Great
Ask any cashmere wearer and they’ll tell you that nothing beats the super soft yarn for warmth, luxury, breathability and endurance. At My Cosy Store, we source the […]
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Where to go – Breaks and things to do in 2021
Travel restrictions have reduced our options but the desire to get away for weekends and enjoy dining out is strong. We explore the best places to experience the […]
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6 Reasons Cashmere Accessories are the Perfect Christmas Gift
Snow at Christmas is the stuff dreams are made of. Flakes the size of pennies drifting in lazy spirals from a pale milky sky. Waking to a world […]
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The History and Heritage of Cashmere
How was cashmere discovered? Historical references to cashmere date back as far as the 13th Century; to the famous explorer, writer and merchant Marco Polo. His book, The […]
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Archives
- 20 October Gloves Galore! Choosing the Perfect Pair
- 30 September Cosy Pleasures – The Hygge Life
- 23 September Cosy Pleasures – Autumn Drinks
- 11 August What is Cashmere?
- 11 August Cashmere vs Lambswool vs Merino
- 11 August Caring for Your Cashmere Socks
- 11 August Caring for Your Cashmere Scarves
- 11 August Caring for Your Cashmere Beanie Hats
- 11 August Is cashmere worth the money?
- 11 August How long does cashmere last?
- 11 August The best bedsocks
- 18 June Destination Comfort – On the Go!
- 02 June Father’s Day Inspiration
- 25 April April Showers Bring May Flowers!
- 08 April Spring Fresh!
- 02 March Mother’s Day Inspiration
- 17 December Where to go – Breaks and things to do in 2021
- 28 September The History and Heritage of Cashmere