8 Designs to Make in Scarfie Yarn

8 Designs to Make in Scarfie Yarn

Scarfie is a bulky weight, single ply yarn that comes in 150 gram / 312 yard skeins. The fiber content is an easy-care blend of 78% Acrylic and 22% Wool (machine washable, lay flat to dry). Resulting items are soft and appropriate for wearing against the skin. This means Scarfie is perfect for garments and accessories like cardigans,…

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How to Make Tassels in 6 Easy Steps

How to Make Tassels in 6 Easy Steps

Tassels and pompoms are hot accents for Fall 2017. However, as a crafter you probably learned to appreciate the look of these extra add-ons to your projects before it became trendy to attach them to everything. Tassels are easy to make and are great for using leftover yarn. Materials Cardboard cut to desired dimensions (see…

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Getting to Know New Basic 175

Getting to Know New Basic 175

New Basic 175 is a single spun worsted weight (CYC#4/Medium) yarn. Skeins are 3.5 ounces (100 grams) and have 175 yards, which puts the yarn on the heavier side of worsted. It is light and lofty while being warm and cozy. And since it is machine washable you can work it up into the softest…

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