Make yarn thicker

Way back when, at least on the internet time-scale, I wrote a tutorial about how to chain-ply commercial yarn to manipulate color which you can read here . The variegated yarn I used flashed and pooled no matter how I knit with it, and chain-plying it created a beautiful marled yarn. Then I used

The first sweater I ever knit was made out of bulky weight yarn. I heard that bulky yarn was better for beginners because it's easier…

Super bulky weight yarn is thicker than bulky weight, but thinner than jumbo weight (the thickest yarn yet). The fabric is thick and warm. It makes great chunky garments, accessories and blankets. Find out more about this yarn weight through this link.

Last week, I showed you how to calculate how much yarn you'll need for a project. But calculating the yardage is only half of the story. Getting an accurate measurement of your stitches is a crucial, as this is the measurement that you'll be using for all of your calculations! Today, I'll share with you

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In crochet, there are multiple methods for joining yarn. The best one will depend on your project and where you are the joining yarn.

It's easy to crochet a giant amigurumi by using a thicker yarn and a larger hook! The result is a super-large animal, with the same amount of crochet work! Want to give it a try? Here are some tips. Use multiple strands if a thicker yarn isn't available Super-bulky yarns can be pricey and have

Are you a crochet beginner looking to learn the basics? One of the most fundamental techniques in crochet is the yarn over (yo) and the yarn under (yu). This tutorial will help you understand the difference between the two and how to perform them properly. We have included a step-by-step video tutorial that will guide you through the process. You will quickly become an expert at crocheting yarn over and yarn under in no time!