Yarn & Supplies
Yarn Weight Conversion Charts: A Global Guide
Ever fallen in love with a gorgeous pattern from a UK designer—only to realize the yarn is labeled “Double Knitting” ...
Spotting Quality Yarn: How to Identify Superior Fibers
You’ve just finished a beautiful scarf—only to discover it pills after one wash, stretches beyond recognition, or feels like sandpaper ...
Budget-Friendly Yarn Shopping: Getting the Best Deals
Let’s be honest: yarn addiction is real. One minute you’re buying a single skein for a baby hat, and the ...
Yarn Color Theory: Choosing Palettes That Pop
Have you ever finished a crochet or knitting project only to feel underwhelmed by the colors? Maybe the stripes clashed, ...
The Science of Yarn: Fiber Properties and Performance
Have you ever wondered why some yarns pill after one wash, while others stay soft for years? Or why a ...
Yarn Shopping Online vs. Local Stores: Pros and Cons
You’ve just finished swatching for your next big project. The gauge is perfect, the stitch pattern sings—and now comes the ...
Luxury Yarns: When and How to Splurge on Premium Fibers
There’s a moment every crocheter and knitter experiences: you’re browsing yarn online or walking through a local shop, and suddenly—there ...
Understanding Yarn Ply: How Strand Count Affects Your Crochet
Introduction You’ve carefully chosen your pattern, matched your hook size, and even swatched to check your gauge—yet your finished project ...
Caring for Crochet: Washing and Maintaining Your Projects
You’ve spent hours—maybe even weeks—creating that cozy blanket, delicate lace shawl, or adorable amigurumi bunny. Each stitch holds a piece ...
Crochet Notions You Really Need Beyond Hooks and Yarn
You’ve got your hook. You’ve got your yarn. You’ve even picked out the perfect pattern. But when you sit down ...
