At some point in your knitting career, you will have made more projects than you can remember. Most experienced knitters love coming up with their own patterns and customizing commercial patterns to fit themselves and their loved ones. Some knitters become aspiring knitwear designers, constantly on the hunt for the perfect shape, the perfect yarn…
When you first learn how to knit, knitting can seem quite slow and frustrating. It takes forever for you to complete a swatch, and you can’t imagine how many hours it would take you to finish a big project like a sweater or a blanket. Of course, when you see a seasoned knitter, you can…
Let’s talk about some of the most popular natural wools there are – Alpaca and cashmere. If you love natural materials as much as we do, you probably have heard of these two materials. Alpaca and cashmere are two of the best quality natural fibers you can find on the market, known for being soft,…
Dyeing a piece of clothing is a great way to transform its entire look without having to alter anything. This is especially true for denim. Denim is a beautiful and durable fabric that only gets better with time – the more you wear it, the more comfortable it gets. With jeans, it’s rare to be…
You’ve seen the colorful baby blankets in the store, but do you ever wonder how those colors came to be? When it comes to picking out baby blanket colors, you want a combination that stands out without agitating the child. Most importantly, you want to keep the color scheme stimulating and enjoyable for the little…
The world of knitting is fascinating, with so many different techniques, materials, tools, and garment care. Even if you are an experienced knitter, there are still hundreds of techniques you probably haven’t tried or new ways to knit a garment that you aren’t familiar with. Many of us learn knitting from our moms and grandmothers…
When working with materials, you need to know the different options available and all their properties, to ensure that you are choosing the right item to suit your project, especially if you are making clothing. Acrylic and polyester can both be used to make good quality items of clothing. The quality of clothing depends on…
Did you know those old acrylic tubes you’ve got lying around can be used for more than creating gorgeous canvases of color? You can actually dye clothes with acrylic paint! There’s no need to run to the craft store to revamp your old pieces with some DIY care. Using acrylic paint to dye clothes can…
There is no perfect fiber and each type has its pros and cons. Some fibers are environmentally friendly while some are resilient and can withstand wear and tear. There is a lot of false information being spread about fibers over the web. Are you having a hard time picking a fabric between cotton and rayon?…
A type of rayon fabric, viscose is a very popular fabric that most people around the world will know of. It is used to make different items of clothing as well as in upholstery and other items around the home. Viscose is made from wood pulp and can often be used as a replacement for…