What To Do With Leftover Yarn

What To Do With Leftover Yarn

Anyone who knits or crochets will inevitably end up with small amounts of yarn leftover from projects. We all have that basket, box or bag full of little balls of yarn because we can’t throw them away, it is perfectly good yarn. But what do we do with them? So, dive...
Targhee Sheep and Yarn

Targhee Sheep and Yarn

Sheep. Those cute, soft, fluffy creatures immortalized in nursery rhymes: Mary had a Little Lamb, Little Bo Beep and Baa Baa Black Sheep. As knitters we know sheep produce the wool that yarn is made from and most of us can name a few breeds of sheep, such as Merino,...
Choosing Colors For Your Next Knitting Project

Choosing Colors For Your Next Knitting Project

Knitting is about fiber, yarn, texture, and color. Working with colorful yarns can be exciting and yield a personalized garment, accessory or something for your home. How do you choose colors to be sure your end product is successful? It can be a gut decision (I love...
How to Make Wool Dryer Balls

How to Make Wool Dryer Balls

Dryer balls are a good alternative to using dryer sheets, which contain potentially harmful chemicals. These chemicals, such as Dipalmethyl hydroxyethylmmoinum methosulfate, can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions. Fragrances added to the sheets can also...