Textile Knowledge

How to Substitute Yarn Successfully for Any Crochet Project

How to Substitute Yarn Successfully Have you ever found the perfect crochet pattern, only to discover that the recommended yarn is unavailable, discontinued, or simply not your style? Fortunately, yarn substitution is a common practice among crocheters and can open up a world of creative possibilities. However, choosing a replacement yarn isn’t as simple as…

Why Crochet Books Are Still One of the Most Reliable Ways to Learn Crochet

Today’s crocheters have access to an enormous amount of information online for learning crochet. A quick search can reveal countless tutorials, charts, diagrams, and videos that demonstrate nearly any technique imaginable. Online content can be a great way to quickly explore an idea, learn a small trick, or validate a technique — often for free…