Wool 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…
Why 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…
A significant percentage of Americans suffer from allergies. For the yarn crafter, there is no gloomier news than a wool allergy. While the allergy can range from sensitivity to more serious irritation, it’s always best to consult a physician to discuss further. If you know you’re sensitive, or you’re crafting for someone who is, we’ve…
Oh. My. Goodness. LOOK AT IT! AHHHH. Words rarely fail me. Now they do. There are none to describe the SHEER MAJESTIC CUTENESS of this straight-up unbelievably cute little Baby Snow Owl by the truly one-of-a-kind MamaInAStitch. Avid movie goers know that sequels rarely compare to the unforgettable original. Well, Jessica has executed a rare…
Put a little jazz in your step with these adorable legwarmers made with Color Waves. These Jazz Legwarmers are a fun, quick crochet project that only take one ball of Color Waves! This yarn does all of the work for you, creating effortless color patterns while you stitch away! Take a look at the Jazz…
Don’t you just love an accessory that you can pair with every outfit? The Clearwater Cowl is just that because there are so many ways to wear it! This cowl is made from wool-blend Color Waves and is half traditional crocheted cowl and half fashion-forward mesh. And, with that little bit of fringe, you can…
There’s no piece of clothing I love more than a cardigan. Cardigans are the perfect addition to any outfit and it’s so easy to dress them up and down. They’re great for winter but also great to throw over your shoulders in the summer. The Westport Cabled Cardigan is stunning! It’s simple but features a bold…
At 312 yards, you only need one ball of Scarfie to make a beautiful scarf. And now, with seven brand new colors, you’ve got even more to choose from! These new additions have the same gradient effect and soft feel that you love but include bright, fun hues. Choose from hot pink, aqua, or teal and you’ll have an…
Since you all loved CC so much, we thought that we should have her make another appearance but this time with a twist. I decided to take a break from being the interviewer and become the interviewee! Watch this episode to see what CC’s been knitting and to find out what this Barbara Walters in the making…
It isn’t hard to earn your stripes when you knit and crochet with yarns like Scarfie, Landscapes®, and Unique because the yarn does all of the work for you! This month you can save 20% on a collection of our self-striping yarns including Landscapes®, Sock-Ease™, Amazing®, Tweed Stripes®, Unique, Scarfie, and Textures®! ::Having trouble viewing this…
Meet the newest addition to the Wool-Ease® family! If you love the feel of Lion Brand®’s other Wool-Ease® yarns, get ready to be wow-ed by this new yarn. Wool-Ease® Tonal is a bulky-weight yarn that’s made in fantastic tone-on-tone colors. This gives each ball a hand-dyed look which will create a unique dimension in your knit and crochet…
Whether you call it the Felted Join or the Spit Splice, this way of adding on a new ball of wool is perfect when you want to avoid having to weave in ends. A few drops of water help wool fibers bind together — the result is seamless! Please note that this method is for wool…
