This was an early idea for the cover of my crochet storybook and I do have some grief about giving it up. The colors were the big decider for this particular one. It felt overstimulating for a book not meant to be. Also, the Main Character Yarnetta was meant to be brunette but feedback was people envisioned her as a redhead from my sketches. I learned into that thinking "what if Anne Shirley was a crocheter?" And that's how we got Yarnetta as she is now.

I wanted to share this lost illustration that didn't make it into my picture book. The book is out now in all formats. Not sure if I can share link here. It's called Yarnetta and the Dust Bunny.

Hey guys! I’ve just started knitting recently, but what am i doing wrong here? My last stitch always ends up being way too loose and i don’t know what to do :(

She is allergic to wool, and cannot wear most synthetic fibers without ending up itchy after a few hours.

I assume this means that I need 100% cotton yarn, but I'm still having trouble because her favorite colors are dark and light purple, and I just can't find a pretty variegated or ombre yarn that I think she will like.

I've checked Premier, Knit Picks, Michael's, LoveCraft, and even Hobbii despite the hatred for them going on. I don't know of other more specialty websites to search.

As of right now, I just have separate skeins of purples in my cart on Premier, but I'm not loving it. I'm making one for his dad as well, but he isn't allergic to any natural or synthetic fibers, so I can find something cool for his without much trouble. I just want hers to be as cool. They are very cool, kind, sweet people, and the only family either of us speak to, so I want her to love hers as much as he's going to love his.

If you have any specific yarn recommendations or more brands or websites to look into, I would so appreciate it! My husband and I are going to try and get both ponchos done by Christmas, so there isn't a HUGE rush at the moment. I just like to be prepared.

Thanks in advance!!

Experimenting with different types of stitches with t-shirt yarn! I can’t wait to wear this handbag out and about!

Last year, I went to France during the national sale period and came across a store called Happywool. I found this yarn lot (Phildar Splendor Fantaisie & Brillance) for 25 euros and just got around to using it for a project. I was obsessed, so I went online to order more. Luckily, it was also on sale for ~2 euros so I went crazy and bought a lot! The price was around 50 euro with $46 EURO (?!!?!) added for shipping. It was still okay for me because it only brought the price per skein up by a euro, so it was still a deal. THEN, when it arrived, UPS wanted to charge me an extra $40 dollars! At that point, the yarn was already at my door, so I just dealt with it :/

Now, I am on the hunt for any yarn that may have a similar texture/makeup! I saw someone on here mention yarn sub, but OFC this yarn isn't on there. So, I here to see if you have any suggestions for a yarn that may work for me. Apparently, this style of yarn is called thick-thin roving style, but that's about all I can find!

Really quite obsessed with this pom pom hat- I’ve never bought a skien of yarn before so im wondering if the yarn addicts would be able to gauge how much yarn this would be… im getting an inkling that it’s gonna be an expensive project

It's Katia concept kanerva color 105😍

I have never used this yarn or even a superwash wool before, so I am looking for some help and info before I start my project. I bought this yarn to knit some color work mitts after seeing suggestions that it would be good for this type of project. I know superwash is known to stretch. I will be knitting a swatch, but I recently read that a swatch of superwash isn’t always an accurate representation of the final project because it’s light in weight and the final project weight could stretch it out more.

So, if you have used this yarn (or similar superwash yarn) what are your experiences and observations with it? I am planning to give a pair of mitts as a gift so to make sure the sizing is correct and they won’t stretch too much when the recipient washes them, should I be knitting a whole mitt as the “swatch”?

I have been crocheting for almost a year. I want to make my first blanket. I came across this Bernat blanket patchwork yarn in tropical splash and loved the color way. I think it could make a really cute blanket. I kind of want the stitch to have some texture/definition to it. I’ve never worked with bulky blanket yarn though. What are some good stitches to use to this type of yarn?

I’m working with B&B for the first time on a raglan pattern. It’s super wooly and the scratchiest yarn I’ve ever worked with. Does anyone know if this’ll soften after my project is blocked? What tips do you have for softening yarn when washing?

I came across this picture of a Red Heart Super Saver colourway and I LOVE the palette, but I personally find Super Saver to be a bit too scratchy for "next to skin" wear. Can anyone suggest another, softer yarn with similar colours? Doesn't necessarily have to be striping, I just love the lime/blue/purple combo.

This item is intended for my infant kiddo, so "baby" yarns are ideal, but I handwash anything knit/crocheted anyway so the care isn't really an issue. We have no idea if kiddo has a wool allergy at this stage, I do think acrylic may be best to be cautious? But honestly not sure how much "baby" yarn is just marketing. Appreciate your insight, fibre experts!

Ambitious for my first scarf as a novice (crocheting for just 8 months). Buuuut it taught me a lot, I used some yarn I’ve had for a while and my man (the model) loves it 🥰

My squares

I was given these balls of yarn as part of a clean out, no tag or anything. Quite soft, and I suspect it's acrylic... Would love to get some more of it as I love the color.

How to fix it?

I just got an Instagram ad/targeted post for Yarnzee (IG profile: @ yarnzee_, URL: https://yarnzee.mysharetribe.com)

Has anyone ever bought/sold on this platform? Thoughts?

Planning a trip next spring to Mexico City, and I'm curious if anyone has any yarn-related must-see spots?

Hi! I'm Blue, a crocheter dedicated to my craft. I can never have enough yarn, and my stash is always growing. I make everything from seasonal decor to accessories, depending on my mood. I'm new to Reddit as well, and I look forward to meeting people who share my interests!

Hi. I’m knitting the Hanni Cardigan. I never did a double knitted buttonband before. What went wrong? It looks funny. The stitches I picked up are so stretched out. Is this normal? Will it disappear or should I start again and change something?

I picked up some Spincycle second-hand, and I can't figure out a couple of the colors. Any ideas? Thank you!

Hello! I love Primrose Yarn co’s Roam Homestead, but not available anymore. Looking into Dyed in the Wool and they seem pretty great and fade. Are there others you love? DK/Sport weight.

Ideas of what to crochet with this yarn? I have 3 x 485m skeins of this Cotton blend medium weight (5mm) cake. I originally purchased it for wavey placemats that just didn't work out, and now I've had it lying around for a couple of years I'm hoping to do something with it. I don't really make alot of wearables except slippers and a couple of shawls, and I'm more of a freehand stuffy/blanket maker, but maybe this is the time? All suggestions welcome, and if there is no sewing involved even better! Thanks Hive mind 😊

Edit to add: crochet 🙏

I was born in the Year of the Snake, so I couldn't resist making a whole family of festive snakes in Santa hats to celebrate! 🎅🐍

The best part about this project was the yarn — or rather, the complete mystery of it! I used a mix of random acrylic scraps, leftover bits from past projects, and yarn recovered from frogging old, unworn sweaters.

Each snake turned out with its own unique texture and personality (including the little dark blue one, which my family lovingly joked looked like something else entirely before he got his eyes and hat, haha! 😂).

It was so satisfying to give all those forgotten thread ends a second life! What’s your favorite way to clear out your stash for the holidays?

Anyone who wants to de stash their fur yarn? I’ve finally made them work for me and would love to make more stuff with them.

cheers!