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Something about a thick yarn weight adds so much character to a project. It really accentuates the aesthetic of the pattern and the yarn itself. It makes you realize how much love and effort was put into each stitch which I just adore, so charming.
Jan 3, 2025
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This is my new favourite kind of crochet project. It's great for using up small balls of yarn/scraps and they can be relatively quick projects if you keep them small (the apple one is 17x47, the bow one is 20x20, the swan one is 24x27 stitches) so if you get bored with projects quickly it's a good choice. There are so many different grids you can find I get mine off Pinterest. Since my pieces are very small I think I'm going to sew them all together plus more to create a pillow case, but there are so many other things you can with with this technique like framing them or using this style of colour work in a larger piece like a jumper.
Mar 4, 2025
Crochet (US terms):
- that curly haired adhd woman on the social media said instead of making a scarf for a first project, make a plushie/amigurumi bc it’s only single crochet and will bring you more joy than a basic ass scarf. i agree. but if you’re going to do this as a first project, then specifically find a pattern that is single-color, no-sew, and does not use magic rings.
- instead of chain3 to start a row of double crochet, learn how to do a stacked single crochet. it looks better and is easier to slip stitch into.
- if you want garment textures similar to knit fabric, try: linen stitch, yarn-over slip stitch into back loop only (i think this ends up looking really similar to brioche knit), or tunisian crochet.
Knit:
- if you are knitting ribbing, i recommend the stretchy tubular cast on and the sewn tubular bind off. these are tedious af, but the finish is beautiful and looks like a folded over edge without any folding over. it‘s a good way of elevating the look and feel of your projects, and guarantees stretchiness 👍
- throwing stitches vs. picking up stitches: if you are right-handed and knitting continental then pick up your stitches. if you are right-handed and knitting English then throw your stitches. this applies to both knitting and purling, and will ensure that your stitches lay flat and are not twisted!! if your stitches are twisted, they may look more inconsistent in size when the project is finished and will be less likely to keep its shape.
- the most popular first project tends to be a garter stitch scarf because it orients you to knit stitch and knit stitch only. but if you’re getting into knitting for garment making, then you should orient yourself to purl stitch just as much. just my opinion tho. there are a lot of dishcloth patterns that i think would make great first projects.
Mar 22, 2025
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i love working with my hands i love creating things i love seeing my progress
Feb 21, 2025
Top Recs from @moiraavalin
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The act of doing individual tasks in the same vicinity as someone else. This can be studying, crafting, reading, gaming, or literally anything else!
Jan 22, 2025
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Taking a nice stroll in the brisk air can be so healing and rejuvenating. Bonus points if you put on a nice outfit and make an event out of it, wear a colorful scarf and carry a warm drink with you!
Jan 3, 2025
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This may seem simple, but there’s something beautiful about it to me. There are so many ways you could make the experience fit your mood (or your patience). It can be cut into strips, cubed, scooped with a spoon, or just eaten whole if that’s what you’d like. My favorite thing to do is eat them out in the warm sun!
Jan 9, 2025