Have you ever tried crocheting in low light? Bad idea! You can’t see where your stitches should go, and your eyes have to work extra hard to spot the next stitch. Mistakes are also more likely to happen this way. That’s why having good lighting in your craft area is so very important. So, what are…
Worsted and Aran are two terms that often get mixed up. Both terms refer to medium-weight yarn that has very similar looks, but did you know that they’re actually two different yarn weights? What’s the difference between Aran vs worsted yarn? Worsted weight yarn is thinner than Aran yarn. Both are medium-weight yarns and can…
One of the joys of diving into a new hobby or craft is building up a storage of materials for that craft. Whether it’s scrapbook paper and stickers for paper crafts, bolts of fabric for clothes making, or yarn for knitting and crochet. The price of these supplies can add up very quickly, though. As…
Crochet stitch counters are must-have accessories, especially for those using patterns. Whether crocheting as a hobby or professionally, the counters should be on your to-buy list if not already in your tool kit. Crochet stitch counters are digital or mechanical accessories that help you keep track of the number of stitches or rows as you…
Blankets are probably the easiest item to crochet, especially for beginners, but they are often very intimidating projects because of how long it takes to finish them. Every crocheter has probably been tempted to crochet a blanket at one point in their crocheting career, only to be discouraged by the time commitment. If this has…
Ceramic yarn bowls are a great way to keep your yarn from rolling away while you work. For avid knitters and crocheters, a sturdy bowl makes pulling from a ball much easier, which makes the process smoother and more enjoyable. What makes a good yarn bowl? The best yarn bowls are made of durable and…
Crocheting is a wonderful hobby that allows you to create practical, everyday items for yourself or as gifts. If you’re looking for a quick and easy crochet pattern, you might be wondering about which stitches are the fastest to work up. So, what is the fastest crochet stitch? There are several quick crochet stitches that…
Crochet is one of the most popular crafts out there, and with good reason. Not only is it incredibly relaxing to do when watching your favorite TV show, but it also has loads of practical uses. Crocheting basics are very simple to learn, but did you know that there’s more than one type of crocheting?…
So you’re thinking about learning to crochet. Crocheting is a simple, therapeutic craft that doesn’t take much to get started and is quite simple to learn if you have the right instructions. There are many reasons why it’s popular, including the inexpensive nature of the materials involved, the accessible learning resources, as well as the…
A good pair of scissors isn’t always the first thought when you first start crafting with yarn, but at a certain point, when you are cutting a hundred pieces of yarn for a latch hook rug or a granny square blanket, you will want something that gets the job done quickly and precisely. Dull blades…