Crochet hook size matters - a lot for project final outcomes. Here’s your guide to everything you need to know about crochet needle sizes.
On August 4, 2012, Michael Heilman gave a program at The Textile Museum in Washington, D. C. on “American Home Rug Making.” Tom Goehner, the TM Education Curator, introduced Michael, sa…
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Understand how the different needle and hook materials such as plastic, metal and wood will affect your yarn crafting.
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Top to bottom – tatting hook, Presto needle threader, button hook, sley tool, citrus peeler, latch hook, tambour hook, leather working tool made from nail, rug hook Not every hooked tool is a crochet hook. … More→
There are some issues that even the most seasoned and experienced crocheters struggle with from time to time. If you've ever wondered how to keep yarn from tangling, we've collected tips and tricks from your fellow crocheters that will save you so much time and headache the next time you pick up your crochet hooks. Working with multiple skeins of yarn at once can become very messy and frustrating, and all too often our yarn gets tangled up, both with itself and with other colors. Sometimes even simple crochet patterns can take a while to work up – not because the pattern is long or even difficult to read, but because your many skeins of yarn are tangled. With these tips, you'll have plenty of yarn storage ideas, DIY yarn organizers, and clever solutions for some common problems you'll run into while working with your yarn. Sign Up For More Free Patterns >>>
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Underneath each of artist Ulla Stina Wikander‘s needlepoint objects is a real, once-functioning appliance, accessory, or tool. Wikander (previously) tends to select objects with traditional associations to domestic life, like sewing machines, ironing boards, and hair dryers. The artist, who is based in Sweden, combines the retired objects with historical cross-stitch patterns, which she also collects. Each piece is finished with colorful rick-rack detailing to help define the edges and describe the original shape. More
Learn what is worsted weight yarn and how to identify and use it. Click here to learn about the right hook and needle sizes and substitutes.
This listing is for a 9mm Pear Handle Hartman Primitive Rug Hook. It measures about 5" in length. The brass shank is about 2" long. The pear shaped handle is yew wood with beautiful grain lines and smooth finish. Each hook is unique. They even become more beautiful as you use them :) A Hartman hook is a great investment for primitive rug hooking. The thick brass shank is a great help in making a hole large enough for your 8.5 cuts or wider. If you work with torn wool strips, the 9mm is a great tool to have. It is so easy to pull your loops through your backing fabric which makes it easier on your wrist and hand. This 9mm pear shaped hook can be held like a pencil (see 3rd photo) or if you have larger hands you can also palm the handle . Check out other shapes and sizes of hooks in the Hooking Supplies section: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DesignsInWool?ref=mc_preview§ion_id=7706447 No shipping charge on this item when purchased with another item from my store. Thank you for visiting. Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Designs In Wool is a smoke free, pet free environment.
Two hundred years ago any serious knitter used a knit sheath. Where did they go, what were they used for, and do I need one? (Of course I do!)
If you crochet (or knit), then you have probably come across a yarn shop, pattern, or reference that mentions Aran. What is Aran Weight Yarn? Aran weight yarn is a medium-heavy weight yarn that is similar to worsted weight yarn. You will see Aran referenced more in regions outside of the United States. This yarn type is used in the U.K. more than the U.S. Although they are not completely alike, Aran and worsted weight can often be substitutable in crochet and knitting patterns. We will focus on crochet, particularly afghans. Below, learn all about Aran weight yarn as we go into frequently asked questions, provide information on when to use it, and give you some amazing crochet afghan patterns that use Aran yarn. Table of Contents Aran Weight Yarn Definition What is Aran Weight? Is Aran the Best Yarn for Afghans? Aran Weight Yarn Substitutes Aran Crochet Afghan Patterns
Twisting is simply the process of combining together multiple fibres, threads or yarns in a wrapping around (twisting) motion. Twisting fibres will create a thread (or singles), twisting threads will create a yarn, twisting yarns will create a cord or cable - and so on.I'm a huge believer in knowledge is power. If you don't know how a fabric is constructed, how will you be able to design a product that is suitable for your customer? Do you know what a "racked" garment is? Do you know how to fix it?We've already had a quick look at microns, so let's start from the beginning with "Twisted Fibre Fabrics".
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