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Types of Yarn. Bamboo Yarn.
Hello! Today, we will talk about bamboo yarn. What do you think of this type of yarn? How often do you use it in your work? Bamboo is a natural fiber. It wears well and is often considered to have natural antibacterial properties. It feels very soft and has a wonderful drape. Ideal For: Knitted garments requiring drape. As bamboo yarn is quite breathable and cool, it’s perfect for summer tops and sweaters. Fun Fact: Bamboo can be softer than silk when spun into yarn.
Susan
Feb 28, 2021 12:00 AM
Types of Yarn. Hemp Yarn.
Hello, my dear ladies! Today, I'd like to tell you about not so ordinary type of yarn, which can be used only for certain things, because it isn't soft- it's hemp yarn. Hemp, a relative newcomer to the knitting world, is a delightful natural fiber. Hemp is surprisingly soft to the touch. It’s hard wearing and has great stitch definition. Most commonly known for its use in macrame. Ideal For: Boot socks, Fisherman type sweaters, coats, scrubbies Fun Fact: Hemp plants can produce 250% more fiber than ...
Susan
Feb 26, 2021 10:27 PM
Types of Yarn. Silk Yarn.
Hello! Today, I'll tell you about one more type of yarn - silk. It's one of the most expensive, but looks really great! Silk There are different types of silk yarn – Reeled silk yarn and spun silk yarn. It’s quite easy to work with, but very slippery. Make sure you know what you’re doing before commencing a project with silk yarn. Silk is the most expensive and lustrous fiber on our list. It’s quite strong, shiny, and has a lovely feel on the skin. There are some magical silk blends on the market, s...
Susan
Feb 25, 2021 11:03 PM
Types of Yarn. Cotton.
Hello, my dear friends! I'd like to continue the seria of posts about yarn. But I need your feedback, whether it's interesting for you or not, please, write in the comments below. Cotton Yarn Cotton comes from the cotton plant. It’s grown in warm climates, the biggest producers being India, the USA, and China. It’s light, breathable, and strong. There are different types of cotton yarn, some fine, some heavier. It doesn’t hold its shape when blocking that well, and your stitches won’t look as uniform. ...
Susan
Feb 24, 2021 09:34 PM
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Michelle L
Feb 24, 2021 08:07 AM
Types of Yarn. Merino Wool.
Hello, my friends! Today, I'll tell you about one of my favorite types of yarn - Merino wool. Merino Wool Yarn is very popular in extreme knitting. Knitting big chunky items. It also comes from sheep, but only from a specific breed, called the Merino Sheep. This wool is special because it’s very soft and doesn’t cause allergic reactions. Merino Wool knitted fabric keeps its shape well when blocked. Merino can create little fuzzballs known as ‘pilling,’ which can be a little annoying. If you have a chan...
Susan
Feb 23, 2021 10:36 PM
Types of Yarn. Alpaca.
Hello, everyone! Today, I'd like to tell you about Alpaca yarn. Alpaca is a super warm fiber perfect for knitting sweaters. Alpaca is natural wool from the South-American Alpaca. There are two types of Alpaca yarn, Huacaya and Suri. It is quite soft, almost silky, but it doesn’t hold its shape as well as wool does. It’s usually a little more expensive and luxurious than regular wool. Ideal For: As mentioned before, Alpaca is soft and a little warmer than wool. Those such qualities make it ideal for kn...
Susan
Feb 22, 2021 10:18 PM
Types of Yarn. Cashmere.
Hello, everyone! Today I want to continue talking about types of yarn and I'd like to continue with cashmere - one of the most expensive, but so soft and nice. Cashmere is one of the softest wool and yarn types around. It comes from the Cashmere Goats and several other types of goats. The word Cashmere comes from the old spelling of the old State of Kashmir in South Asia. This yarn is among the softest and woolliest on this list. Something to consider is it’s not as strong as sheep fiber, and it is also...
Susan
Feb 21, 2021 09:26 PM
Types of Woolen Yarn
Hello, my dear friends! I know, that most part of my crafters are real professionals, but, of course, there are a lot of beginners, so I want to help them and make a seria of posts, which might be very useful. I'd like to talk about types of yarn and today I'll talk about woolen yarn. Wool yarn is great for winter garments. It’s very warm, and it lasts a long time. An extremely popular natural yarn fiber out there in the craft world. It can be slightly itchy for some people if they have allergies to ki...
Susan
Feb 20, 2021 11:01 PM
Modern Knitting History
Hello, my friends! Today, will be the last post about knitting history in order not to make bored. The most closest part to us - modern history. In the 21st century, knitting has seen a revival. This revival is partly due to the growth of the internet and internet-based technologies, The “Handmade Revolution,” and growing interest in DIY Crafts. The Handmade Revolution is the name given to various movements online, focusing on bringing back handcrafts and encouraging people to learn these crafts....
Susan
Feb 15, 2021 10:03 PM
Knitting History. Part 4.
Hello! And again I continue about knitting history, it's quite long, but as for me very interesting! The Industrial Revolution The mechanical knitting machine or the stocking frame was created in 1589 and improved over time. The English city of Nottingham was a big producer of machine knitted lace during the Industrial Revolution. The city’s profits grew with the invention of portable circular knitting machines. During the American Civil War, knitting rose in popularity on both sides to keep their s...
Susan
Feb 14, 2021 09:45 PM
Knitting History. Part 3.
Hello, everyone! So, let's continue learning about knitting history. Knitting Guilds in Europe The first was set up during the Middle Ages and for men only. Men’s knitting guilds timelines cover the 1200s-1700s, declining in the mid 16th century as they became less important. If young men wanted to work in a guild and become a Master Knitter, well, needless to say, it was a huge commitment. They would spend six years in training. Women could not be members. Three years spent as a trainee and the rem...
Susan
Feb 14, 2021 12:42 AM
Knitting History. Part 2.
Hello, my friends! Today, I'd like to continue the history of knitting. Hand knitting history – The earliest known knitted items found in Europe; made by Muslims employed by the Spanish Christian Royal Families in the 13th century AD. Their ability to make high quality knitted goods like cushion covers and gloves are visible in several tombs in a Monastery in Spain. Once such tomb was that of Prince Fernando, which featured beautifully made cushion covers with intricate designs. The Catholic Spanish m...
Susan
Feb 13, 2021 12:22 AM
Beginning of Knitting History
Hello, my friends! I would like to continue the seria of informative posts from history. Today, I collect some information about knitting history of the very beginning. If you want me to continue, let me know in the comments below. The exact origins are a bit hard to place. It happened in different areas of the world at different times. No one knows exactly who invented knitting. Most recorded works say its origins come from the Middle East, which then spread to countries further afield via trade rout...
Susan
Feb 11, 2021 11:44 PM
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