What Yarn to Use for Plastic Canvas (and What to Avoid)
Picking the right yarn for plastic canvas can feel overwhelming at first, but it really comes down to a few key factors that make everything click into place. In this...
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What Yarn to Use for Plastic Canvas (and What to Avoid)
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Can You Use Knitting Yarn for Macrame?Can You Use Knitting Yarn for Macrame?
Macrame is a craft similar to knitting and crochet that's been getting a lot of traction lately. It's a fiber art form created by tying knots to build elaborate, Bohemian-style...
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How to Soften Acrylic Yarn
How to Soften Acrylic Yarn
Acrylic yarn is a type of synthetic fiber that is made from a polymer called polyacrylonitrile. It is often used in knitting and crocheting because it is inexpensive and easy...
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How to Block Acrylic Yarn - Different Methods Explained
How to Block Acrylic Yarn - Different Methods Explained
HoW TO BLOCK ACRYLIC YARN? DIFFERENT METHODS EXPLAINED Generally speaking you shouldn't need to block items made with Acrylic yarn. More often blocking is the final step for natural fibers...
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Acrylic Vs Cotton Yarn – What’s The Difference?
Acrylic Vs Cotton Yarn – What’s The Difference?
In knitting or crocheting, crafters come across patterns that require different types of yarn and fabric, depending on the project they’re looking to make. Knowing the differences between them is...
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What is DK Weight Yarn?
What is DK Weight Yarn?
DK weight yarn is one of the most popular choices for knitters. It's versatile, comes in a wide range of colors, and is easy to work with. It’s also a...
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Premium Bulky Weight Roving Yarn | Aspen Yarn Review
Premium Bulky Weight Roving Yarn | Aspen Yarn Review
Aspen  BULKY WEIGHT PREMIUM YARN! Aspen might be the perfect bulky roving yarn! The first thing you'll notice when you pick up a ball to give it your first...
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Starlette Chunky Yarn | Premium Super Bulky Acrylic YarnStarlette Chunky Yarn | Premium Super Bulky Acrylic Yarn
There is a new Mary Maxim Yarn just in time for fall that I am very excited to share with you today. Mary Maxim Starlette Chunky is a super bulky...
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Super Soft Yarn | Medium Weight Premium Acrylic
Super Soft Yarn | Medium Weight Premium Acrylic
Super Soft NEW MEDIUM WEIGHT PREMIUM YARN! We have a new cuddly yarn that we know you are going to love! Mary Maxim Super Soft is a wonderful yarn with...
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Starlette Sparkle | Premium Acrylic Worsted Weight Yarn
Starlette Sparkle | Premium Acrylic Worsted Weight Yarn
Starlette Sparkle WORSTED WEIGHT SPARKLE YARN! Are you looking to add a bit of the razzle-dazzle to your next yarn project? You might just be looking for Mary Maxim Starlette...
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Best Natural Alpaca Projects for Knit and Crochet
Best Natural Alpaca Projects for Knit and Crochet
In our blog post about Alpaca Yarns, we discussed many reasons why Alpaca is an excellent natural fabric to work with. Here are the 8 Best Natural Alpaca Projects to help...
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Natural Alpaca Yarn | Worsted Weight Economical Luxury Yarn
Natural Alpaca Yarn | Worsted Weight Economical Luxury Yarn
If there were one perfect natural fiber for yarn, it would be Alpaca! Alpaca Yarn is so luxurious and versatile we are sure you will want to try it. Mary...
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Mary Maxim Prism Chunky Super Bulky Acrylic Yarn
Mary Maxim Prism Chunky Super Bulky Acrylic Yarn
Prism Chunky NEW SUPER BULKY YARN! Mary Maxim Prism Yarn has been one of our favorite Roving Yarns and is now available in a Super Bulky Weight. Mary Maxim Prism...
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Mary Maxim Prism Yarn | Premium Acrylic | Light Weight Yarn | Free Patterns
Mary Maxim Prism Yarn | Premium Acrylic | Light Weight Yarn | Free Patterns
PRISM YARN Mary Maxim Prism is by far one of our most popular acrylic light weight yarns along with brands such as Patons Astra. It is favored for its unique...
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