Recently my husband brought home a few balls of yarn. He has a shopping problem; an addiction, really. Anytime he sees something he thinks I might like, he brings it home. Trail Mix was thrilled. She thinks this yarn is all for her. I'm still trying to find a place to store it all.
After studying and doing a little research, I concluded that most of the yarn is cotton, mainly intended for weaving. It could also be used for crochet, primitive stitching, and a few other things, too. I've never done any weaving and didn't intend to until I came across this cute beginning weaving kit while browsing the craft section at Wal-Mart. This kit is made by Bucilla, and was only $15.00, if you're interested in trying one, too.
So far I have learned how to set up the warp (the vertical threads), do a basic plain stitch, the twill stitch, and how to change yarn colors.
I was surprised to find how much I enjoyed weaving! It's fun and relaxing. This is how my practice/learning piece is looking so far. Next I'm going to learn how to tie Rya Knots, which look like a tassel fringe kind of thing.
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My day is coming up on August 27th. Mark you calendar and be sure to stop by to see a new fabric collection by Island Batik, a sparkly star quilt, and a giveaway.
Be Creative ~ Sew Something Beautiful Today.
Jennifer Thomas
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I learned to weave on a small loom as a kid, then in art school I learned on a big loom with pedals and the thing you move back and forth, I forget the name of it, don't know if I know it in English- maybe shuttle?? anyways, that was fun! have fun!!
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