The names aran and worsted are often used interchangeably, but are aran and worsted the same thing? And if not, what’s the difference? Aran and worsted weight is sometimes mentioned as two separate yarn weight categories, but at other times they are clumped together and used as one. This is because they are very similar …
Lace weight yarn is a group of the lightest/thinnest yarns. Lace weight yarns are popular for knitting or crocheting beautiful lace shawls or holding together with other yarn to obtain effects like glitter, fluff, or adding color. Yarn weights are divided into groups to make it easier to talk about yarn. As mentioned lace is …
Bulky yarns are thick yarns that are fast and fun to work with! You can use them for knitting and crocheting all sorts of things like garments, accessories, blankets, baskets, totes, pillows, you name it 🙂 If you need a bit of inspiration I have gathered some really nice crochet and knitting kits made with …
Yarns are divided into groups depending on their weight. The lightest yarns in one group, then the second lightest, etc. Super bulky yarns are a group of heavy yarns. The only category with heavier yarn is Jumbo, the jumbo yarns are so thick they could barely be called yarn. Think of those ropelike yarns used …
DK, what does that mean? In the world of knitting and crochet, DK is a yarn weight. Yarn in the DK category is lightweight (thin) and can be used for a large range of different projects. For example, DK yarn is popular for making clothes and accessories for babies and adults. It’s also used for …
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Yarn is divided into groups depending on the thickness of the yarn, and fingering is one of these groups. Each group is called a yarn weight, referring to the thickness of the yarn rather than the actual weight. In the fingering category, you will find thin yarns that are very popular to knit with. Due …
12 luxurious gifts that knitters will love! Choosing a gift for a crafty friend can be challenging. But do not fear, I have put together a list of 12 luxurious gifts that your favorite knitters will love. Or what do you think about silk yarn, yarn and tea care packages, or one of the best …
Let’s make some Easter yarn crafts! Easter is the perfect holiday for crafting! Spring is in the air, pastel colors are lovely, and bunnies and chickens are equally adorable 🙂 This post is loaded with all sorts av crafts for you to be inspired by. There are only two criteria for the projects I share …
How to knit or crochet with yarn held double Sometimes your pattern tells you to knit or crochet with yarn held double. It’s not that obvious what that means. But don’t worry, it’s not hard at all! All you have to do is hold TWO strands of yarn together and treat them as a single …
How to find a yarn that fits your pattern Do you know how to substitute a yarn with another? It’s important to choose wisely when choosing another yarn for a pattern. If the yarn doesn’t match your pattern there may be a big disappointment waiting for you at the finishing line of your project. But …
