Scarf

New cashmere sweaters tend to get a layer of fuzz balls during the first wear or before their first wash. We recommend simply skimming the area with a razor, against the grain of the fabric, to remove any unsightly fuzz. How do you get fuzzies off cashmere? How do I remove pilling from my cashmere? […]

Thanks to their warmth and soft texture, the best cashmere scarves are an attainable luxury. Cashmere is derived from Kashmir goats, which live in freezing climates and thus produce a super-warm undercoat from which the soft fibers are brushed off and then spun into yarn to create cashmere clothes and accessories. How can you tell […]

Cashmere products can range from as little as $40 to as much as $2,400. Cashmere made with Mongolian goat wool is considered the highest quality, having the longest and most resilient fibers. Buyers should beware of counterfeit cashmere or “cashmere blends,” which may be lower in price but not made of 100% cashmere. Is cashmere […]

Circular needles The only difference is the flexible cable connecting the two needles. This allows you to cast on a lot more stitches while keeping the weight of the needles low at the same time. What is this? They can be a great choice for beginners. Can a beginner use circular knitting needles? The guide […]

Adjust the fabric straps at the front so the two straps cover your breasts. Bring the fabric around behind your back and cross over the straps. Bring the two straps to the front and then wrap them once more around your waist. Tie on the side, front or back and you’re done! How do you […]

Look for cashmere that is double-ply. This simply means that two threads of yarn are twisted together to give a more resistant knit. Double-ply ultimately makes for a warmer garment and one that is less likely to become damaged. Brands should be clear about the ply count of their cashmere products. How do you pick […]

Crochet stitches can’t be too tight or too loose otherwise you will have problems with your project. The yarn should move smoothly from your yarn-holding hand to your crochet hook. Why do I crochet so tightly? For many, the reason for tight stitches can be found in two areas – either your tension is too […]

Sleeveless underneath a wrap top?: If you don’t want to or can’t wear a longline bra, try wearing an undershirt or tank underneath your wrap top. You can also try layering another shirt on top—just make sure it hangs loose enough that nothing is peeking out of your shirt! What bottom do you wear with […]

You do not have to complete the process every time you wash the item. Almost any yarn will become softer after being washed a few times. In fact, the more times a knit item is washed regularly, the softer it will get. Is there a way to soften acrylic yarn? Just loosen up the skein […]

Straight needles are the ones you see most often. These are perfect for most pieces, but once you have a large number of stitches or you are working a circular piece, you will be wanting a different needle. Circular needles can be used instead of straight needles if your piece has a large number of […]

While flat needles are great at knitting two-dimensional objects like squares and rectangles (think: scarves), circular needles are designed to knit three-dimensional tube-like things. Think about hats, sweaters, socks, and mittens. These are all things that have some element of a tube. Are circular knitting needles good for beginners? The guide explains the difference but […]

The needle cables can range from 9 inches up to more than 40 inches. Interchangeable needles can be attached and detached from a set of cables, allowing you to customize knitting to practically any size and length. What do you use circular knitting needles for? Circular needles are the perfect choice for knitting in the […]

The difference between “bulky” and “chunky” yarn is primarily just be a difference in terminology. Yarn size 5 is most often referred to as “bulky” in the U.S. and “chunky” in the UK. However, some brands in the US refer to size 5 yarn as “chunky” and size 6 yarn as “bulky”. What is equivalent […]

Another option is to knit stockinette in the round. The cast on and bound off edges will still curl, but you can, for instance, knit a scarf in the round, then add tassels to the ends that will hold the edges flat. Can you use stockinette stitch for a scarf? The main body of this […]

When crocheting with two colors at once, you carry the yarn you`re not working with along. So you don`t have to fasten off and rejoin every time you make a color change. Put the strand of the unused color on top of the stitches of the previous round and work the new stitches around this […]

Yes, because if you think about it, it is a variation on rib which is used to work a welt on a garment (albeit usually on smaller needles). The other thing to remember is that the rows worked in moss/seed stitch will also be shorter than rows worked in stocking stitch. Thanks! What crochet stitch […]

The half double crochet falls in between a single crochet and a double crochet in height, but instead of working off two loops at a time, you draw the yarn through three loops on the hook. How do you do a half double crochet? Standard HDC Decrease Yarn over and insert the hook into the […]

To figure out the number of stitches and rows you need in 1 inch, simply divide the listed gauge by four. For instance, a yarn with a gauge of 18 stitches and 24 rows per 4 inches is the same as 4.5 stitches per inch and 6 rows per inch. How do you calculate number […]

Scarf Sizes Squares 22 x 22 inches 56 x 56 cm 25 x 25 inches 64 x 64 cm 36 x 36 inches 91 x 91 cm 44 x 44 inches 112 x 112 cm How big should a square scarf be? The standard sizes offered by brands for square silk scarfs range from 40-50cm […]

Garter Stitch The Garter Stitch is the first step into the world of knitting for the majority of people, as it is one of the easiest and (possibly as a result) the most common stitch patterns used in knitting projects. What is the fastest stitch to knit? Over time, we may pick up other methods […]