Stitch markers are handy tools and you can use them in multiple ways. They are available in fixed forms, as rings, and as locking stitch markers. These make a great addition to your knitting kit. There is an assortment of options available, and you need to choose one that would fit your project needs. What…
It’s impossible to start a knitting or crocheting project without first discussing yarn composition and yarn weight. In yarn labels, you often see its composition, recommended needle size, as well as the ply – but not many people understand what those terms actually mean. One size that comes up again and again is 4-ply yarn….
If you are an avid crocheter, you’ll find that crocheting bleeds into every part of your day. Sometimes, you’ll find yourself crocheting late at night while your children or significant other is fast asleep, and you would like a way to see the stitches better without bothering them. You’ll be surprised to learn that there…
You haven’t been knitting long enough if you’ve never had to hold your stitches. And when you finally do need to, you might not be having any stitch holder in your kit. So, it doesn’t hurt to learn how to improvise one. For beginners prone to dropping stitches, a stitch holder is a handy tool…
Scrunchies are having its fashion moment right now, and they are one of my favorite fashion accessories to crochet. It is a really simple project that can utilize every last bit of your scrap yarn, and one afternoon of playing around can give you quite a few of these scrunchies to use, gift, or display…
Strategically placed rag rugs are an exciting and creative way to spruce up any room. Besides adding a splash of vibrance and texture to your decor, they are practical pieces as baby play mats, doormats, and bathmats. What is a rag rug? A rag rug is a small mat or carpet usually handmade from strips…
Does your pattern call for double knitting weight yarn, and you can’t help but wonder what type of yarn that is? Perhaps you’ve seen it on yarn bands and product descriptions before but couldn’t put your finger around what it is. Is double knitting weight yarn the same as worsted weight yarn? Is it the…
Have you ever visited a craft store and seen a soft, pillowy-looking mass of fibers for sale? This mass of unstructured, unspun fibers is known as roving. If you have never used, or even heard of roving yarn, it might seem like just another bag of fibers that doesn’t have too much use. But what…
Lounging on your favorite armchair with knitting needles and a ball of yarn at your feet is no longer “just for grannies.” People of all ages are getting hooked to knitting for relaxation. If you are just getting started, you’ll be surprised at how much easier it is than it seemed. With a little enthusiasm,…
There is something so fun about crocheting with chunky yarn. Not only does your project work up quickly, but you can make some thick and gorgeous pieces as well! When using a chunky yarn, you are able to see the stitches more clearly, as the yarn is obviously larger than normal weight yarn. This means…