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 or a hobbyist delving into the nuances of fibers can deepen your appreciation of yarn and more importantly choose the correct yarn for your project. Staple Length One fundamental characteristic to consider is staple length….
Unraveling Fibers – An Introduction
Choosing the right yarn for your crochet project is like selecting the perfect ingredients for a recipe. Just as the wrong spice can ruin a dish, the wrong fiber can make or break your masterpiece. In my 26 years as a crochet designer, author, and instructor, I’ve learned that understanding yarn fibers is essential for…
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 I lose my mojo when it comes to crocheting. In the summer of 2021, although I had been working on a few patterns for dyers, I just could not come up with any ideas on…
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 materials the brand and base of yarn I selected for the sample, this is just a suggestion. Many people purchase a pattern and think they MUST make it in “that color”. Working in my local…
5 Ways to Conquer Your WIPs
Many of us are plagued with WIPs that have gone weeks, months, and sometimes even YEARS before they have been completed. We love this sweater or shawl, have the perfect yarn, and happily start. Then … Most of the time, I usually have one project each of crochet and knitting at one time, but this…
My 6 Best Tips for Crocheting Lace
In this article, I’ll share six different ways to get on board using finer weights of yarn!