Snag repair needle? Never heard of that but boy, that would come in handy. As well as a shaver. Used to have one and they do bring things back to life ❤❤
Many many years ago my mother knitted me a cardigan and a crew neck sweater. I confess I have washed both in the washing machine and dried them in the dryer more than a few times. The yarn must be super resilient because they still look great. Of course, I shudder now at what I did and I am much more careful these days. My mom passed away 15 years ago and these sweaters are precious reminders of her and her craft. Until I started to crochet I didn’t realize how much time, energy, and care goes into handmade items. Great video!
I'm making a blanket for a person who is fighting cancer. How can I disinfect the blanket before giving it too them? It's acrylic so I'll wash it normally, but I also thought about putting it in the freezer for a couple days.
Putting the project into the freezer is a good idea - I also use Dettol laundry disinfectant could be used on acrylic yarn - I'd recommend making a quick swatch and doing a test wash before using it on a whole blanket.
Hi Rosie, I wondered if you had any recommendations for crochet books? I find lots of great tutorials and patterns online but sometimes its nice to have a book of great projects to fall back on.
I know just what you mean! I love this book for stitch inspiration - amzn.to/3xOZgaZ There is a great selection of granny squares in this one - amzn.to/3zwq7cl This is my bestie's book that has 20 great shawl patterns - amzn.to/4cQetaE Note - these are affiliate links - if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission, but the price you pay is the same :)
Snag repair needle? Never heard of that but boy, that would come in handy. As well as a shaver. Used to have one and they do bring things back to life ❤❤
It's fixed a few of my clumsy moments!
Many many years ago my mother knitted me a cardigan and a crew neck sweater. I confess I have washed both in the washing machine and dried them in the dryer more than a few times. The yarn must be super resilient because they still look great. Of course, I shudder now at what I did and I am much more careful these days. My mom passed away 15 years ago and these sweaters are precious reminders of her and her craft. Until I started to crochet I didn’t realize how much time, energy, and care goes into handmade items. Great video!
What a lovely keepsake!
Thank you for sharing these tips, particularly the one rolling your item in a towel and squeezing!!
You are so welcome! It saves so much drying time
Thank you so much. Wonderful video, great information.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I'm making a blanket for a person who is fighting cancer. How can I disinfect the blanket before giving it too them? It's acrylic so I'll wash it normally, but I also thought about putting it in the freezer for a couple days.
Putting the project into the freezer is a good idea - I also use Dettol laundry disinfectant could be used on acrylic yarn - I'd recommend making a quick swatch and doing a test wash before using it on a whole blanket.
Hi Rosie, I wondered if you had any recommendations for crochet books? I find lots of great tutorials and patterns online but sometimes its nice to have a book of great projects to fall back on.
I know just what you mean! I love this book for stitch inspiration - amzn.to/3xOZgaZ
There is a great selection of granny squares in this one - amzn.to/3zwq7cl
This is my bestie's book that has 20 great shawl patterns - amzn.to/4cQetaE
Note - these are affiliate links - if you purchase via these links I will earn a small commission, but the price you pay is the same :)