Guest Blogger, Rachel from the blog Approaching Home
Learning how to crochet a scrunchie is quick and easy, you will want to make several! This tutorial is perfect for beginners because it only requires two basic stitches, the single crochet, and the double crochet. These scrunchies only take about 30 minutes each, and would make perfect DIY gifts.
By Yarn and Needlework Contributor Stephanie from the blog Twilly 23
In need of a craft project but not sure what to make? Visit your local thrift store and search for unfinished projects. If you can sew, you can finish a handmade coat. Or if you crochet, perhaps you’ll find a box of granny squares like I did. This tutorial will show you how to complete two thrift store finds.
By Yarn and Needlework Contributor Stephanie from the blog Twilly 23
Pompoms are easy to make, super cute and make a great gift. With a pompom maker kit and some stash yarn you can quickly make a pompom banner. Make one in your favorite colors to brighten up a room or follow my lead and make one as a child’s birthday present.
By Yarn and Needlework Contributor Stephanie from the blog Twilly 23
Pompoms are super cute and make a great accessory. You can add them to hats, make curtain ties, earring and more. Yarn comes in so many colors and textures that the type of pompom you can make seems endless. With this pompom maker kit, you’ll be able to make four different sized pompoms.
By Yarn and Needlework Contributor Stephanie from the blog Twilly 23
Have trouble opening up tight kitchen jars? Me too. When I’m cooking my hands are often too wet or too greasy to open up jars. To fix this problem I made my own jar openers with crochet collars. The simple collar gives the openers some flair. This pattern also makes a great last minute housewarming gift.
By Yarn and Needlework Contributor Stephanie from the blog Twilly 23
New to spinning? I’ve recently returned to the craft after years away. After finishing a skein it is important to block the yarn just like you would block a finished sweater. Beginner spinners can easily put too much twist into their yarn as they are learning to spin. In this tutorial, you’ll learn how to block your handspun and how to weight your yarn to help distribute the twist. Continue reading
By Yarn and Needlework Contributor Stephanie from the blog Twilly 23
Need a baby gift idea that is certain to delight new parents? Using the leftover yarn from two yarn kits, this baby mobile pattern is a great way to display your amigurumi creatures.
