Tag: crochet
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To Block or Not To Block: When is Re-blocking Necessary?
Keeping handmade garments looking their best means that they will need to be re-blocked periodically. There, I said it. Makers block a piece of handmade by using water or steam to relax the fibers and make the fabric malleable enough to set the shape and smooth the fabric manually. Blocked fabric holds the shape the…
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Answering The Call of the Hook
I hadn’t crocheted in a long time, but teaching beginners to crochet this summer reminded me how much I enjoyed the craft. While I prepped samples and step-outs (little pieces that I use to show each step of a technique), muscle memory kicked in, and my hook started to sing. And just like that, I…
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Handmade, Washed and Worn: 5 Reasons Handmade Fabrics Need Different Care than Store-Bought Clothes
Welcome to the Handmade, Washed & Worn series, where we explore how to wash, block, and store hand-knit and crochet projects. Whether you’re caring for a favorite sweater, a treasured shawl, or everyday accessories, these posts will help you keep your handmade items looking their best. In today’s installment, we’ll focus on : 5 Reasons…