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Storing your hand crafted projects
When you put all that hard work into making beautiful garments, take the time to store them properly to prolong their life
Blocking – to block or not to block?
Taking that extra time to block your item when it is finished or during the assembly process can really make your finished project pop. Find out how to do it here.
Yarn weight/ply August 2021
You’ve probably heard all the terms – worsted weight, double knit, DK, 8 ply – but what does it all mean? In this tip we take a look at what these terms mean when it comes to yarns and threads when you trying to choose the right yarn for your project.
Blanket/Afghan Sizes June 2021
You are going to make a blanket but how big should it be and how much yarn do you need to buy?
Changing Colours May 2021
Colourful crocheted items are a great way to use up your scrap yarn, but what about all those colour changes? We look at different techniques to change colours with and without knotting the yarn.
Invisible Increases and Decreases March 2021
Do you get frustrated with the holes that appear in your projects where you have increased or decreased stitches? I came across this technique of making invisible increases and decreases.
Understanding Cotton February 2021
Cotton as a natural fibre is very versitile for crocheting and knitting. However there are different types of cotton on the market, reflecting the treatments they have gone through (or lack of treatment). Read our tip to understand these processes cotton can go through so you can select the right cotton for your project.
Teaching Children Yarn Crafts November 2020
Teaching Children yarn crafts is different to teaching adults. They have shorter attention spans, they need to be kept interested and they learn at different speeds.
Foundation Chains too Tight? October 2020
Have you found that when you begin a crochet project the first row is narrower than the rest and a little rounded? This may be because your beginning chain was too tight. Find out various techniques to eliminate this.
Using T-shirt Yarn – September 2020
Crocheting or knitting with t-shirt is different to using normal yarns. Read our helpful hints for using t-shirt yarn – whether purchased or made from recycled t-shirts – and get reward from this fabulous product