Everyone loves scoring a good deal, right? Now imagine finding deals on your favorite yarns and crafting accessories! Queue up Sheepskate Savings! This is where savvy yarnies can come to find deals on yarns, kits, and accessories. Some deals will stay until they’re sold out, but some will pop up on the page for only…
Read MoreHomespun® is a special kind of yarn. Since my last post I’ve noticed there are many people that love working with it. Most people that do say they use it for prayer shawls or afghans, both are definitely good projects. For those of you that noticed a problem with snagging and splitting I would suggest…
Read MoreIt’s recently come to my attention that Homespun® yarn might be underrated. Or at least I personally have been guilty of not giving it the attention it deserves. Maybe you’re ahead of me and already realize its beauty and potential. This yarn has been around for a while and runs the risk of being passed…
Read MoreWool is a little magical. It gets a bad rap for being scratchy and sometimes “sheepy” smelling, but if you find the “right” wool or wool blend (and I mean “right” for you, because it could be something different for everyone) you might just get hooked on this fiber. Here I will share 5 reasons…
Read MoreWhy wool? What makes this fiber so special and what is the value of wool in yarn? Isn’t it itchy? Will it make you overheat? The world is full of myths surrounding wool fiber Wool & Stitches Wool has this amazing power of elasticity. It allows your stitches to spring back into shape after you…
Read MoreWe’re excited to introduce our newest Bulky Weight yarn, Color Made Easy. If you’ve been looking for a new favorite fiber, then get ready to fall in love. With 22 fabulously pigmented colors, you’ll be ready for any project on your list. Because it’s a multi-plied acrylic, there’s an extra oomph to the texture you’ll…
Read MoreMany of you may ask why a yarn company would introduce a palette for a given year and they arrive at these choices. Colors play an integral role in our daily lives, it effects our moods from the brand of toilet paper we buy to the clothes we wear, and especially the yarn we choose…
Read MoreOur latest yarn is a very soft and stylish nod to the faux fur trend. If you want to achieve the luxurious look of fur fashion accessories, but prefer a cruelty-free option, then you need to check out our new Go For Faux Yarn. This thick but surprisingly lightweight yarn will work up into some…
Read MoreNational Breast Cancer Awareness month may be over but that does not mean we should stop the discussion. There is an international campaign including thousands of wonderful organizations committed to highlighting the importance of breast cancer awareness, education, and research. One organization that I have always admired in KnittedKnockers.org. “Knitted knockers”are an alternative for breast…
Read MoreAdd a touch of luxuriousness to projects when you craft with our new Touch of Luxe Yarn Collection. This new collection features three premium yarns: Touch of Alpaca, Touch of Mohair, and Touch of Merino. Each of these three yarns will give your crafting an elevated quality both in drape and texture. This also makes…
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