Stretchy yarn

Learn how to make the beautiful crochet elastic stitch. I love this stitch because of the rich texture and the elegance of it being double sided!

Sock weight yarn isn't just for knitters, it's for crocheters too! Learn tips and tricks for crocheting with this beautiful and versatile yarn.

Meema Makes 🌻 on Instagram: "This is still my favourite kind of ribbing but it takes so long to do and I don’t know if it’s even worth it! Front and back post stitches aren’t as stretchy but they don’t take anywhere near as long! Yarn: Drops Baby Merino in Blush #crochettutorial #crochettip #crochethacking #crochetcardigan #crochetsweater #dropsyarn #crochetforbeginners"

Annika 🌸 hand spun wool🐑 on Instagram: "A little beginner friendly tutorial in scrap yarn carding, I really hope is was useful! Happy scrap yarn spinning 🥰🧵🙌 #yarn #handspinner #handspun #scrapyarn #scrap #crochet #knitting #garn #handcarding #artyarn"

C l a i r e on Instagram: "I got asked lots of questions about making Strinsel (brainchild of @thisthingisstring 😍). I hope this video answers some of them! ○The card I used was 5cm in width and 41cm in length. I taped the sides with sellotape so that the yarn wouldn't get snagged on the sides when I was pulling it off. Don't wrap the yarn too tightly either! You can also use a wide ruler, which is easier, but I didn't have one. 😑 ○I used masking tape to tape the yarn because that was all…

Super Fine weight yarn is also called fingering or sock yarn. Both refer to a thin strand of yarn, the smallest thickness next to lace weight yarn. The fabric is composed of tiny stitches and results in a thin, lightweight material. Many garments, socks and accessories are popular projects. Find out more on the blog!

DIY KNIT KIT (Skill Level: Basic) - Kit includes everything you need: 1 skeins of super soft Elegance yarn (a 70/30 blend of Merino and silk). Our Elegance yarn is a delicate roving yarn that needs to be knitted with very little tension and may not be a good choice for a first time knitter. We include special roving yarn handling instructions with each kit to make sure you are off to an easy start. 1 pair of US #19 (15mm) Bryspun Knitting Needles - big needles with special speed tips 1…

The Twisted German Cast on in knitting is one of my favorite stretchy cast ons. It is similar to a long tail cast on but with an added twist which gives it a little bit more yarn in the cast on. This extra yarn gives is nice stretch. The Twisted German Cast on is great for hats, mitten cuffs and sleeves. #knittingvideo #knittingtutorial #howtocaston #knittingcaston

Divine Drape Cowl If this cowl is one thing, it's a summer-to-autumn wardrobe staple that would look great in any color, at virtually any length. And if it's two things, it's also yet another one of my attempts at the absolute perfect cowl design: not too bulky around the back of the neck, but with enough fun in the front to attract some attention. And heck, while we're at it - why not make it THREE things -- or in other words, your next project? ;) Yarn: Premier Yarns Cotton Fair (52%…

Teresa S. Indie Dyer at FWK on Instagram: "Guess what I learned today 🤯🤯🤯 . Kitchener stitch grafting without a tapestry needle! 😮 If you've ever had to do the kitchener stitch, you probably are amoung the high percentage of us that have to look it up. Every. Single. Time! . That was me today, and I came across this tutorial of how to knit the kitchener, and I had to share. 😱 . If you've never had to graft, this might not make much sense to you, but my seasoned knitters know exactly…

The crochet cast-on method creates a really neat edge that resembles a chain cast-off edge; it is sometimes known as the cast-off cast-on method.

Learn how to knit a stretchy bind-off. Here's a selection of 5 methods that can be used whenever your need a flexible, elastic bind-off edge with a lot of give.

Crochet lace patterns can render beautiful, detailed, and dainty pieces. A popular yarn for these projects is Lace Weight Yarn because of its tiny, fine weight. Another favorite yarn to create that lace look on your next crochet project is Fingering Weight Yarn. Take a close look at our Lace Weight Silk Yarn by checking out our recent blog! #Crafting #Crocheting #Crocheted #DarnGoodYarn #Handmade #Crochetkitsforbeginners #Winterbreakcraftkits #Craftkits #Funcraftingideas

Calling all you knitting beginners here is a great tutorial for you! This knitting tutorial on How to Work a Knit-On Cast On will show you a super easy way you can start casting on your stitches for your next project.

Step-by-step tutorial for beginners and more advanced knitters about a beautiful cast-on method that forms a textured decorative edge.

I'm on a roll with pretty bind offs for 1x1 rib! In this new tutorial, I show you how to work a tubular bind off for 1x1 rib. It's very stretchy and a perfect match to the tubular cast on I showed you a while back. #lavischdesigns #knitting #knittinglife #knittingaddict #knittinglove #knitknitknit #knittingtherapy #knittingismyyoga #knitterproblems #knittinginspiration #knittingiscool #contemporaryknitwear #getyourkniton #knityourstyle #tutorial #knittingtutorial

Embrasser Sweater Wrap Scarf Crochet Pattern

Check out these two unconventional ways on how to join yarn ends that is quick and easy. Video Tutorial included.

Everything you ever wanted to know about the long tail cast-on. If you love knitting, you will have heard of the long tail cast-on and have probably used it with more or less success. This post includes a video tutorial and a detailed explanation all about the long tail cast-on. It gives tips and tricks to get a neat, stretchy cast-on and how to make sure you don't run out of yarn. A perfect start to so many of your great projects!