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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12 Weeks of Christmas: Designs to Inspire Holiday Gifting

12 Weeks of Christmas: Designs to Inspire Holiday Gifting

It’s still September and Christmas might seem so far away, but the next three months will [unfortunately for the procrasti-crafter] fly by! So many projects we are eager to begin making for friends and family. The designs below are here to help contribute toward your start-itis*. They are arranged by the largest (top of the…

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