Knitting a hat for a preemie requires some forethought. You can’t simply use any yarn for these delicate little babies. You need to ensure the yarn you use is soft and gentle on their skin, keeping them warm and comfortable at the same time. With such a wide variety of yarns available to choose from,…
Knitting machines are a great investment for those who love hand knitting but don’t like the time it takes to finish a project. Your enthusiasm for a project probably only lasts until boredom sets in, some of us just aren’t capable of waiting that long for a project to be finished! However, making the decision…
Everything is more fun with color. That’s why variegated and multi-colored yarn should be your go-to yarn for your next craft project. Variegated yarn simply refers to any yarn that has been dyed with multiple colors. Not only does this make your crochet patterns stand out, but it also opens up plenty of possibilities for…
If you don’t already know how to crochet, you should really take the time learn! It is one of the easiest yarn crafts to learn if you start with the basics, and you can make anything from beautiful blankets to cute mini crochet animals. Whatever you choose to create with crochet, wool is always a…
It’s that time of year again when we’re all starting to think about our crafts and hobbies. For some, they might only think about their patterns during seasonal peaks. For others like myself, it’s a year-round obsession. I suspect you might be the same, too! Knitting bags are not just a hobby essential that we…
If you are new to crocheting, you may have seen the two main types of crochet hook styles on the market and wondered which one you should choose. The two main styles of hooks used in crochet are the inline hook and tapered hook. What’s the difference between inline and tapered crochet hooks? Inline hooks…
Yarn hanks are a beautiful thing, but they are so much easier to use when you wind them up before knitting or crocheting – because you can actually use them! You might not think that sitting back and winding a cake of yarn is what you want to do with your free time, but there…
While knitting and crocheting are both popular crafts that use similar tools and materials, and both techniques can help you make warm and cozy sweaters, the results can be vastly different depending on the technique and pattern that you use. Most non-crafters often confuse knitting and crocheting, because they both involve yarn and needles (although…
For all crochet and knitting lovers, yarn bowls are such a helpful tool to have around. Some even like having a few to use at home! Yarn bowls are either round or oval in shape, and help to hold your yarn in place while you knit or crochet. They have a swirl on the side,…
Loom knitting is a simple introduction to knitting that helps you create beautiful garments. Compared to traditional knitting, loom knitting is much more beginner-friendly because it provides a structure for your garment, mistakes are easier to fix, and it’s especially useful for bigger projects like afghans or blankets. With loom knitting, most smaller projects –…