The holidays are upon us! Stock your list for Santa with the knit and crochet items you’ve been eyeing all year long. Get some ideas from this list, including everything a yarn lover could want. Get the knit or crochet gift that will make someone say WOW!
[Read more…]Crochet Hooks 101: Everything You Need To Know
Crochet hooks are the one thing that separates crocheters from every other yarn crafter. When it comes to learning how to crochet, picking the right hook is crucial.
You may have to experiment with a few different hooks to find the perfect fit. Use the information in this crochet hook guide to learn which hook may be the best fit for you. This post covers the best crochet hooks for beginners by category, crochet hook anatomy, and nuances in crochet hooks that make them easier or more challenging to use.
[Read more…]How and Where to Buy Yarn In-Person & Online
There is a wonderland of yarn out there waiting for you. But how do you know which yarn is best for your upcoming crochet project or where to get that yarn? Understanding how to read yarn labels and how to buy yarn can go a long way in getting the right yarn on your crochet hook. Learn how to read yarn labels, specifically for crocheters, and where to buy the best yarns available.
[Read more…]The Best Yarns for Crochet Beginners (And the Worst Ones!)
Yarn is a crocheter’s best friend. Choosing, collecting, and storing yarn is basically a hobby within itself. In this guide, you’ll learn the best yarns for crochet beginners, which yarns to avoid, and some important characteristics of yarn to make crocheting even more fun.
[Read more…]What is Fingering Weight Yarn Anyway?
Crochet has had an awakening in recent years, with fingering weight yarn becoming more widely used in stunning patterns. But what the heck is fingering weight yarn anyway? I’m here to tell you all about it!
In this post, learn more about this yarn weight, find value-priced alternatives for the expensive stuff, and get inspired by 16 gorgeous fingering weight crochet patterns.
[Read more…]How to Plan the Perfect Knit or Crochet Temperature Blanket
Crocheting or knitting a temperature blanket is a fun way to chronicle your year in yarn. If you’ve been considering making a temperature blanket but don’t know where to start, read this post. I’ve got details on how to start, picking yarn, and staying motivated for this year-long project!
[Read more…]Picking the Perfect Temperature Blanket Colors & Yarn
So much goes into picking the perfect temperature blanket colors and yarn. With so many yarns to choose from, how can you find the ideal yarn that you’ll want to stitch with all year long? This post shares how to answer that tough question: What yarn should I use for a crochet or knit temperature blanket?!
[Read more…]Wet Blocking 101
Wet blocking is a foreign concept to most knitters and crocheters. In all honestly, you can go your whole maker life without blocking any of your projects. But, just like weaving in ends, blocking is a crucial finishing step to take your projects to the next level. Watch this video and see how to block knit & crochet projects the easy way!
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