A variety of yarns are available in the market today for knitting and crocheting purposes. If deciding what to use in your next project has become a dilemma, then it may help to understand some of the different yarns out there better. With a wonderful variety of acrylic and wool yarns available in rich hues,…
When you first learn how to knit, buying a pair of knitting needles can seem a bit intimidating, especially because they come in so many different shapes and sizes. Picking the right tools for your project can make a world of difference in terms of productivity, knitting experience, and even the final look of your…
A bead spinner is just about the best tool to ever happen to anyone who frequently strings tons of beads by hand. If you are into French beading or any other bead weaving, knitting, or embroidery technique, you’ll be elated to discover one of these. A bead spinner is a two-part tool that aids in…
Viscose is a cheaper alternative to natural materials like silk and linens. With summer fast approaching us, this soft, lightweight, and breathable material is a top choice for bedding linens and flowy summer dresses. Is viscose material stretchy? No, viscose material is not usually stretchy, although viscose blended with other, stretchier materials can have more…
Stretchy materials like knit or woven fabrics are extremely comfortable and super versatile, serving you year-round whether you want something nice and breathable or something warm and cozy. That said, stretchy fabrics can be a pain to sew because you have to know how to properly work with them in order to avoid bunching up…
Feeling some tie dye vibes? We totally get you. High spirited kids and teens in summer camps are not the only ones nostalgic about it. Tie dye is timeless, trendy, and darn cute. It has made a major comeback on runways and street fashion lately, and the best part is that you don’t have to…
Felt is a versatile fabric that has been used for many different projects for a long time. It is a non-woven fabric where the fibers have been meshed together. To make felt, there is no need for looms or spindles and that is why it is one of the oldest fabrics you can find. Felt…
Whether you have been crocheting or knitting for a while or are new to it, you will have seen that the yarn you use can be made from a variety of materials. One of the most popular yarns among needlecrafters is acrylic yarn. This type of yarn is a man-made (synthetic) polymer. It is very…
A crochet basket is one of the most straightforward and most practical crochet projects that crocheters love, but it can be quite tricky to get the basket to hold its shape well enough to be functional. After all, you want your creation to look like a basket, not a misshapen hat or a blob of…
So you’ve decided to learn how to knit. It is a wonderful and rewarding hobby that allows you to experiment with different techniques and be as creative as you’d like. You’ll be able to make highly practical and beautiful creations for your loved ones as well as to spruce up your home. The first critical…