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If you have an addiction to all things yarn related, you know how tough it is to keep finding ways to stash your soft, silky, scrumptious drug of choice around the house! Today, I'd like to show...
There exists in each woman's closet (and some men's, I'm sure) the perfect sweater, the holy grail of fit, color and fiber content. But even with the most conscientious care and proper storage...
Buying high quality yarn for your next knitting project can get expensive. There are ways, however, that you can cut the cost of your yarn and save a lot of money on your high quality yarns for...
You see the ornamental fuzzy scarves at the store, in all their vivid colors, and you imagine having one for any number of outfits in your closet. But as soon as you start pricing them, the tally...
Provide a creative environment for your guests to join you at your next knitting party. Keep decorations simple and functional to provide inspiration and atmosphere.
If you knit or crochet, there's a good chance that you have a stash of yarn somewhere.
If you've never tried felting, you may discover that it's one of your favorite ways to finish your knitted items. Felting creates a soft, fuzzy, and thick garment that is warm and quite appealing....
The craft of knitting is experiencing a new surge in interest. Knitting doll clothes is a great way to learn the craft of knitting. You can also experiment with specialty yarns, special stitches...
So what do you do with all those small balls of leftover yarn that you have! Make a "crazy" blanket. These make wonderful gifts.
The one-over-one is a very basic knitting loom stitch. The appearance of this stitch will depend on the type of yarn used and the gauge of the loom, or the space between the pegs. One-over-one...
When I first heard about bamboo yarn, I thought it would be really prickly and rough. In fact, the first bamboo yarn I ever saw was exactly that! I don't know if it was bad luck, or if the...
Finding the right plastic canvas supplies for a project can be a challenge. You may need particular types or colors of thread or specialized materials to work on, and the craft departments of...
If you knit, you can help protect the environment and reduce greenhouse gases by knitting green. There are many yarn companies and knitting accessory manufacturers who have become ecology-minded...
Discount yarns, great yarns found at garage sales, or even gift yarns may not be colorfast. It’s no fun to knit wash cloths or baby’s booties that end up running bright yellows or reds when...
This article is a simple, short yet scientific description of the process of how fabrics and hence garments are produced from fibers.
Creating a beautifully composed and executed needlework picture begins with the selection of materials. While the foundation upon which you stitch is integral, the most visible and therefore...
Even a beginner can do this basic crochet scarf pattern easily. Be creative and make it any color you want. A basic crochet pattern like this one makes for a great first project.
No matter what kind of spinning tool that you have handy it's easy to take two separate yarns and spin them together. The possibilities are endless with this technique. You can take two hand spun...
Yarn swaps are a great way to get a taste of the many different fabrics that create a beautiful knitting project. They are also an excellent method of eliminating the bits and pieces likely never...
The yarn in your stash need to be cared for not just when it is made into a finished object but also when the yarn is still waiting to be used. Certain fibers, wool especially, need to be...
Crochet, like many fiber arts, is enjoying a new level of interest among people of all ages. New books and classes are appearing all the time with innovative patterns and wonderful new yarns. A...
Many times, we have more yarn than projects. Traveling and just a love of fiber has many yarn enthusiasts making a plethora of purchases. the color, texture and the beauty of what our potential...
Freeform crochet is a great way to release your inner artist. It is also a great way to use remnant yarn pieces from previous projects or reduce your yarn stash. Freeform crochet can create...
Knitting machines are for the enthusiast knitter. There are many types that are available for purchase. Some people even think that knitting machines are difficult to use, and there is a learning...
Learn about basic yarns, such as acrylic yarns, that are used to crochet beanies in this free video.
Learn about specialty yarns used to crochet beanie hats in this free video.
Bunka embroidery is also called Japanese Punch Needle Embroidery and Threadpainting. It's both an art and a craft that originated about 100 years ago in Japan. A punch needle is used to apply...
Choosing the right knitting yarn is one of the most fun parts of starting a new project. For the novice and experienced alike, standing in a yarn aisle or walking into a specialty yarn shop is...
Watch an overview of crazy specialty yarns in this free home hobby video.
Crocheting sweaters, scarves, hats and more with professional results is tied to selecting a crochet hook that fits the project to be made. Hooks not matched well with projects can split and snag...
Knitted wrist bands are fun to make. The creation of these beautiful bands takes only a short amount of time. Pick your materials carefully for optimal success. Consider the type of yarn when...
Yarn is used in knitting and embroidery thread. Even thin thread used in sewing is considered a yarn. If you look closely, you can see the different fibers that have been wound together. Yarn...
Fabrics play a large part in your design scheme. They are used for upholstery, window treatments, throw pillows, carpeting and area rugs. Decorating fabrics, sometimes referred to as designer...
Finding bulk yarn for sale can make your knitting and or crocheting much more affordable. Today it is not uncommon to spend several dollars on one skein of yarn. This is not a big deal if you are...
Wool is the ideal yarn for many knitting projects and one of the easiest for a new knitter to use. Wool has a natural elasticity and is available in a wide variety of yarn weights and textures....
With just basic knitting skills you can make a fluffy scarf, but you won't be able to make just one. Your creativity will run wild with the different combinations of yarn that you can put...
Chiffon is a lightweight, sheer, plain woven fabric that can be made from cotton, silk or synthetic fibers. It is defined by the type of weave, twist and weight of the yarns used. Chiffon fabric...
Yarn is a continuous strand of natural or synthetic threads. It can be used in many handicrafts, including crochet. While yarn is available in a variety of colors, there are more differences among...
When it comes to knitting, familiarizing yourself with the various types of yarn can help you better plan for a project. There are many varieties of yarn available, but they can be categorized...
Knitting machines use latch hooks set into the machine to produce knit stitches. The placement of these hooks and the size cannot be changed. Knitting machines are primarily differentiated by yarn...
Getting good sheets for your bed is important to helping you get a good night's sleep. Cotton sheets are some of the best kinds of sheets in terms of comfort, but you need to look for more than...
There are so many different yarns to choose from. Which one is best for your project?
Many beautiful yarns come twisted and not in an easy to use pull skein. Yarns that are produced by independent spinners are some of the nicest. Have you ever wanted to make a sweater or throw...
Angora is a luxury fiber often used in knitting and crocheting to create exquisitely soft projects. Angora fiber comes from the hair of angora rabbits. The product of angora goats is mohair, and...
Staple yarns, despite the name, are not basics to be kept on hand like staple foods would be in a pantry. Staple yarn is a type of yarn distinguished by the materials and method used to make it....
Voile is a plain-weave, lightweight fabric that is semi-transparent. It is most often made from one hundred percent cotton though is may be made from rayon or silk. It is often used for making...
Will every yarn work for every knitting project? Thinner yarns and thicker yarns, different yarn contents, striped and unstriped, and what if you're felting?--Before you let yourself fall in love...
"Free form crochet is like painting," according to the International Free Form Crochet Guild. Your finished object can be as abstract or realistic as you want. All you have to do is create a...
Making a scarf is the perfect project for using up waste yarn that you have lying around from other knitting projects. Scarves can be long or short, skinny or so wide that they are almost shawls....
Store-purchased tassels can be an incredibly expensive accessory for the projects you are working on. It also can be difficult to find tassels that are the correct size and color match to the...
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