Winter Yarns Without Animal Fibers
We’ve all been there—you fall in love with a cozy winter crochet project, only to find out that the yarn…
How to Choose the Best Yarn for Cold Weather Projects ❄️
While we are dealing with the coldest days of the year in the northern hemisphere, it’s the perfect time to…
Cellulose Fibers: Understanding the Essentials
Cellulose fibers are an intriguing category of fibers derived from plants. Read more about them.
Protein Fibers: Understanding the Essentials
When we delve into the world of crochet, it’s not just about hooking yarn; it’s about understanding the very fibers we work with. Among these fibers, protein-based ones stand out for their unique qualities and characteristics. In this exploration, we’ll dissect the nuances of protein fibers, uncovering what makes them so intriguing and essential for crocheters.
Understanding Fiber Characteristics
Understanding the characteristics of different fibers is essential for any crocheter looking to enhance their work. Whether you’re a designer…
Unraveling Fibers – An Introduction
Choosing the right yarn for your crochet project is like selecting the perfect ingredients for a recipe. Just as the…
When You Lose Your Crochet Mojo
I don’t know about you, but it seems like every so often, I go through a period of life where…
When There Aren’t Enough Crochet Classes
One thing I know from all my years as a crocheter myself and as a designer and instructor for the last 26 years is that crocheters are life-long learners. However, my followers and students in my live classes always seem concerned about crochet classes’ availability. Not all local shops offer them. Many large events have a token few crochet classes, but usually, they are on the beginner spectrum.
Working with Yarns that Split
We have all done it. We have gone to the store and purchased the most beautiful and perfect yarn for our project. And then, once we start to crochet with it, we hate it almost from the start because the yarn is splitting.
Selecting the Right Yarns for your Projects
Before I launch into this blog post, I need to clarify one thing. When I put in my patterns or class…