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6 Ways to Store and Organize Yarn

by Fibers and Design | May 6, 2019 | Looms and Tools, Weaving Beginner

Now that you have your own stash of yarn, you might be wondering how to store it. Organizing yarn is like organizing an office; everyone has his or her own method. I have created a list of the best ways that I have found to store and organize my yarn. These are my...

Weaving Color: a guide to yarn colors for weaving (with pictures)

by Fibers and Design | Apr 17, 2019 | Designs and Projects, Patterns and Techniques, Weaving Beginner, Weaving Intermediate

A guide to creating yarn color palettes for weaving Overview A basic understanding of color theory can help you develop vibrant compositions of color in your weaving. The relationship of harmony and contrast between colors can dramatically affect the appearance of...

What are the types of yarn? Comparison of 3 Main Yarn Types

by Fibers and Design | Apr 3, 2019 | Looms and Tools, Weaving Beginner

types of yarn Yarns are divided into two main groups- natural and synthetic. It is also important to recognize that these vary from sustainable and ethical yarns. Sustainable and ethical yarns Sustainable yarns consider the impact of the yarn on the environment. While...