Blocking Tools – Crochet

Wow! I just ran across this great site that will help out a lot when blocking doilies.

http://www.wildginger.com/products/wildthings.htm

As with so many sites, it’s worth spending some time browsing thru all the things the site owner has posted for our viewing pleasure.

The blocking diagrams offered on this site are very useful. I have a June Tailor quilting board that is designed somewhat like these blocking diagrams. I originally purchased the June Tailor board when I was doing a lot of quilting. When I made my first doily and learned I needed to block it, I dug out this thing and began using it for my doilies. Most of the doilies I have made fit it. But, it doesn’t have the polar lines that the wildginger site offers.

Also, be sure to invest in a good supply of RUST PROOF pins for blocking your work. I actually prefer many of my doilies unblocked or only lightly blocked, so I just use spray starch on the ones I bother to block at all. But, many people prefer to have their doilies heavily starched. In that case, a good liquid starch would be the preferred method for blocking. There are many other blocking solutions that have been used over time – sugar, epsom salts, cornstarch, etc. All of those have the same fatal weakness – insects and mice love them. So, I stick with my simple spray starch blocking method.

Lasy month we shared the Sweet Rolls Fruit review and this month we are featuring the vivid range, just in time for NYE projects.

Introducing Premier Sweet Roll Vivid Yarn, the latest addition to the beloved Sweet Roll family! Bursting with brightness and vibrancy, Sweet Roll Vivid is an exciting and gorgeous yarn that adds a pop of color to your crafting projects.

Crafted from 100% acrylic, this yarn is soft and luxurious, making it a joy to work with. As you stitch, Sweet Roll Vivid creates a captivating self-striping effect, adding depth and interest to your creations. With its beautiful new shades, full of color and WOW appeal, this yarn is guaranteed to brighten up any project you’re making.

Each 3.5 oz. ball contains approximately 174 yards of yarn, providing you with plenty of material to bring your creative visions to life. The suggested gauge is 17 stitches and 23 rows to 4 inches on size 9 needles, offering versatility and flexibility for various knitting or crocheting projects.

Sweet Roll Vivid is perfect for crafting stand-out scarves, shawls, blankets, and any other project you can imagine. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or just starting out, this yarn is sure to inspire creativity and delight.

Join the many satisfied crafters who have given Sweet Roll Vivid a 4.9 out of 5-star rating, and add a splash of brightness and color to your next knitting or crocheting adventure. Explore the possibilities and let your creativity shine with Premier Sweet Roll Vivid Yarn!

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