If you’re stuck with scraps of yarn and left-overs from bigger projects you might wonder whether to declutter your yarn storage or find another use for them. You’re in the right place as this might sway you towards knitting up a floury of multi-coloured bracelets, for your friends, a school fundraiser, gifts or yourself! This pattern . . .

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DIY Friendship Bracelet

Once you’ve realised that you need to use chunky yarn, you have to find the right needles… But which ones!?????!!!??? I love knitting with all sorts of yarn, just as much as the next knitter. But when it comes to winter knits, I can’t get enough of chunky yarn. I love so many different styles, . . .

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Which needles should I use for chunky yarn?

More knitting jargon! It just keeps appearing and you know and I know that it can’t be avoided. If you’re going to knit the fabulous lace scarf or the pair of socks that you promised your Nan, then you have to find out what it all means! No worries! I’m here to make it easier. . . .

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How to YFWD in Knitting (and YRN)

Yes, what is chunky yarn, what is bulky yarn, rug yarn, craft yarn? There are a few complexities, so let’s break it down and make it as easy as possible to identify and substitute yarn from one pattern to another. I’ll firstly talk about the different names, as yes, there are a few that have . . .

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What Is Chunky Yarn?

You can knit with leftovers very easily When you finish knitting an item you might be left with 10g or 15g of yarn from a 50g or 100g ball. That’s not even one ounce, how much use is that going to be? You’d be surprised! This week’s video is showing you how I roll left-over yarn into a . . .

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How To Wind Yarn Into A Ball (3 methods)