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When you are working with most projects, there will come a time that you need to join a new ball of yarn, especially with large projects. Here I cover 3 different ways of joining new yarn of the same colour, to seamlessly continue with your project.
What we like the least as knitters is having to join one yarn ball to another with bothersome knots, which later show on our projects. That’s why in the We…
A bow-tie scarf is the bomb! You can make one for yourself with our tested patterns, knitters and crocheters can both rejoice cuz’ we have written up patterns for both! Knit ascot scarf patt…
The Russian Join is one of the absolute best ways to join yarn due to it's secure hold and invisible finish As enjoyable as it is to crochet and knit, weaving in ends is generally
There are a million of these floating all over the interwebs, but I've been asked multiple times how I knit my socks. I hope this helps! This is in no way tested by other knitters or perfect -- it is just my method that I either stick to or tweak a bit until I'm happy with it. This is not so much a pattern to follow, but more of a guide. Enjoy!
Learn this great way to join yarn in knitting or crochet. It's secure and another way to avoid having to weave in ends.
If you are looking for a simple toy that you and your little one can make together, you will love learning how to make Yarn Dolls. These easy, frugal little toys might just become the next favorite.
A beautiful and unusual yarn crafted by Japan artisans. The stainless steel core is wrapped with a fine silk to give us a lace yarn which has a memory from the stainless steel! You can scrunch your finished fabric, twist it, and it will stay as is until you straighten it. Use it to give a gentle crinkly effect or a soft three dimensional finish to your handmade creation. Available in stunning colours our Silk Stainless Steel yarn has a very elegant sheen and lustre. There is a gentle softness too – surprisingly there is no stiffness from the stainless steel. Use Habu Silk Stainless Steel yarn to create a scarf, shawl, jacket, jewelry and textile art. 1 cone will make a large scarf. Or use it together with another yarn. Stainless Steel wrapped with Silk Strong and soft Crafted by small mills in Japan using traditional techniques The video shows the first sleeve of a lacy top which is knitted in stockinette stitch with randomly placed cables. We use 6mm needles and colour is Tea #5. The knitted fabric has wonderful body and will move against you naturally forming waves and crinkles. We love the lettuce leaf finish of the edges too. She is a stunner! I am using the Sea Tangles pattern by Kie Zuraw and available on Ravelry. The Blue sample shown is knitted in shade Sky using 5.0mm needles. Find out all the details about this scarf here Tin Roof Scarf. The Details 69% silk / 31% stainless steel Weight: 14gm / 0.5oz Length: 284m / 311 yards Thickness: approx 0.5mm / 0.02 in Lace Knitting needle: approx 2.75 – 4.0m / US 2-6 Suggested epi for weaving: 20 – 30 Habu Textiles A-20 Dyed with AZO-free dyes - eco-friendly and non-toxic Nice to Know All ORA orders are packed in a gorgeous unbleached, calico drawstring bag All ORA yarns are stored away from the sunlight and in a pet free and smoke free environment Care Dry clean or hand wash
A quick and easy DIY basket you can knit up no time flat. These small baskets are soft and flexible and can be folded down for storage.
Our Wrap + Turn Short Rows Tutorial guides you through this simple technique so you can shape your knitting with ease and confidence!
Do you know the magic knot? If done correctly, this join does not fail and leaves a nearly invisible connection between old and new yarn!
Make a DIY yarn swift at home. 2 video tutorials inside, one tutorial requires the use of power tools (drill) and some readers asked for something simpler and building from scratch.
A quick and easy DIY basket you can knit up no time flat. These small baskets are soft and flexible and can be folded down for storage.
If you learned to crochet before you tried to learn how to knit, you may find knitting to be confusing. Today I'm answering one of the many knitting vs crochet questions and also how to knit if you already crochet! Since I create both knitting and crochet patterns here on the blog, I get a
How to knit an I-cord edge Hey friends! For today’s Tips and Tricks Tuesday, I’m going to show you how to knit an I-cord edge. A few people asked me how I got such a tidy looking edge on my new shawl design (work in progress), so I thought I’d share a quick tutorial. Here’s...Read the Post
The Waistcoat stitch is also known as center post stitch. It’s as easy as a single crochet (SC) The trick…
I've get questions about yarn weights and thicknesses all the time - and with readers from around the world, I know not every yarn label follows the same system! So I put together a handy printable and Pinterest ready chart for your reference! To download this chart or print a copy, just CLICK HERE to open just the graphic! I've kept the graphic itself quite simple, so you can print it in color or black and white, without using all your ink! I did a lot of research, checking several sources to give you the most accurate and up to date
If you are new to knitting or crochet, you may not have all the tools and supplies that you need to get started on a project. And you may not know where to go to find the exact yarn you need for a project. You just want to get going and not have to worry
Like a ray of light breaking through the clouds, our Sunburst Pot Holders in our…
Be a champion scrap buster and hook this crocheted yarn bowl from fabric yarn you create from your sewing leftovers!
Actually, the way to join yarn that we are going to discuss in this tutorial is good for any yarn. This join is almost invisible and adds no extra bulk whatsoever. And that makes it particularly useful for joining chunky yarns when adding bulk is a major concern. There is one other benefit that will […]
Knit Cradle Bag with Bedding Free Knitting Pattern
The price is for one stem. Each stem has four flowers. Just let me know if you want five flowers or more for each stem. Each additional flower adds an extra dollar Experience the warmth and exquisite detail of handcrafting. This delicate crochet Lily of the Valley bouquet symbolizes happiness and pure love, perfect for home decoration, wedding settings, or as a thoughtful gift. Crafted with high-quality yarn, our Lily of the Valley has a soft touch and vibrant, long-lasting colors. Suitable for various settings, from homes and offices to special events, adding a touch of evergreen freshness. We promise fast shipping and beautiful packaging, along with personalized customization services, making your selection truly unique.
SKEINS: 3 skeins of Purl Soho's Tussock SIZE: 22½ inches wide x 75 inches long COLOR: Bright Verdigris
【Materials】 Yarn (color: skin, pink, black, gray, red ) Eye accessories Button accessories Crochet hook Toy stuffing Needle 【Abbrevations】 MR-Magic Ring sc-single crochet inc-increase dec-decrease ch-chain stitch hdc-half double crochet dc-double crochet FLO-through front loops only BLO-through back loops only ss-slip stitch sp-space 【Hand】x 2, make with skin color R1: MR 8 sc (8) R2: … Girl Doll – Mia Crochet Pattern Read More »
We're well into the year now - and Pinterest has gone Valentine's Day crazy! But since I've already covered Valentine's Day crochet, I've put together a slightly more balanced Unpinning Pinterest for this month. Pinterest has lots of great ideas, but it's easy to overlook some great ones (and not everyone pins!). So here are some of the ones I think are worth a closer look. The first 5 pins are ones I pinned to the moogly board, the last is always a bonus pin from one of my other boards! Unpinning Pinterest for February Fancy Felt Soles for Crocheted
Download and print these knitting planner/crochet planner pages and get your fiber and supply stash organized!
Do you have thumbs? If the answer is "yes", you can get started with nalbinding: an ancient Scandinavian knotless knitting technique!
The crochet cast on is a fabulous cast on to have in your knitting tool kit. And I've made you a video to show you how to do it! It uses a 'waste' piece of yarn that you'll pull out when you're finished knitting: leaving a row of live stitches on the first row! It's
Leg warmers were originally used by dancers to keep their muscles warm. Today, it is fashionable for anyone to wear them. Knitting your own leg warmers has some advantages. It can save money, and they can be made in any color or pattern that you like. Knitting leg warmers need not be a frustrating experience.
Looking to green your beauty routine? Try making these fantastic crochet makeup remover pads with this free and easy crochet pattern.
Although you wouldn’t know it from looking at me, I really do love clothes and…
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What we like the least as knitters is having to join one yarn ball to another with bothersome knots, which later show on our projects. That’s why in the We…
