Yarn Talk

Feature: Merino Wool
Merino wool is spun from the wool of Merino sheep. There are varying breeds of merino sheep, some are bred for their meat, but here we will focus on those bred for their wool. This wool is highly regarded because...
Organizing Your Yarn Stash
If you’re like most fiber artists you have a large collection of amazing yarns just waiting for you to turn them into fantastic finished items or the next family heirloom. It doesn’t take much for this collection to get out...
Blending Yarns for Really Cool Effects
Have you ever created a project and tweaked the pattern a bit?  Changed things up from what was strictly called for? I mean, beyond what is necessary to get a proper fit? I feel that my creativity grows every time...
How to Perfectly Blend Color When Working with Hand-Dyed Yarn
Each skein of hand-dyed yarn varies a bit in its color pattern.  This is what gives the yarn its uniqueness and what makes your final project a one-of-a-kind work of art. It is also what can result in obvious, and...
How Can I Get Stitch or Pattern Help?
In today’s world, patterns are available to us from a variety of sources and from all kinds of authors.  Most patterns are very well crafted and often tested prior to publishing, but that doesn’t mean it will be easy-breezy getting...
Hand-Dyed Yarn, Is It Worth the Price?
Recently, I had a discussion with a lovely woman who said regarding my yarn, “But it’s so expensive, I can get the same thing at a craft store for half the price.  Why would I buy from you?” Well, that...
How Much Yarn Do I Need?
Ever wonder how much yarn you should order for your project? Well, you’re in luck because there’s a simple formula that makes it easy to figure out. First, find a pattern you like.  Check out the pattern to find out...