One of the most frequently asked questions I receive is, “How do I make a blanket from a stitch pattern?” Along with: “How much yarn do I need?”“What hook size should I use?”“How many chains should I make?” I wish the answer was as simple as use this much yarn, use th...
Maybe it’s just me. As crafty as I am, I always just default to buying something because I don’t have time. Well, I’m trying to get ahead of the game by stocking up on some easy, homemade baby shower gifts. I thought I would show you how to make a blanket for a baby that...
What yarn do I need to use for the crocheted blanket stitch? You can use any yarn that you like!This stitch is so versatile, and you will get different looks and feels as you vary the yarn and hooks that you use. In the tutorial here, it was just your basic worsted weight yarn and...
[C]I've made countless baby blankets, sweaters, scarves, hats, caps for newborns. I take a knitting project with me everywhere, especially when I have to sit still and listen. As I discovered in college, when my hands are busy, my mind stays focused on the here and now. [D]It see...
Let the blanket tumble dry for 5 to 10 minutes and then hang dry the rest of the way. Older heated blankets don’t have the detachable cords. Because of this, they present a problem when you need to clean them. You don’t want the cord control to get wet, and you want to agitate...
While most people associate the word “wool” with sheep, there are, in fact, a variety of distinct types of wool that producers derive from animals other than sheep. To make wool, producers harvest the hairs of animals and spin them into yarn. They then weave this yarn into garments ...
Part I Writing (30 minutes) Directions: For this part, you are allowed 30 minutes to write a short essay on how to best handle the relationship between teachers and students. You should write at least 120 words but no more than 180 words. Part II Listening Comprehension (25 minutes) Secti...
When wool from Suri alpacas is spun into yarn, it can be formed into a wide variety of different yarn widths, which means it is suited for diverse applications. While Suri wool isn't as thick or bulky as Huacaya wool, it is easier to form into garments like suits, dresses, and shirts...
What Yarn Do I Use To Knit This Sweater? This cardigan uses a worsted weight #4 yarn.While you can use any worsted weight yarn that you like, if you like softness and drape, I can’t say enough aboutLion Brand Jeans.Paired with the large needles, it really created an incredibly drapy...
I am in no sense a knitter, but this turned out excellent! Going to make my grandma proud Reply LizzieKate January 29, 2013 at 9:50 pm About how much yarn did you use? And how long should the tail be to start with? I’ve tried but the tail is always too short. Reply ...