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FRUGAL YARN BRA – Or When Is A Potato Handy For Crochet?

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Do you like these?

Mesh Yarn Bra

They are handy for containing balls of yarn that have been wound from hanks.  They keep the little yarn ‘muffins’ from losing their shape and running all over the floor while you’re crocheting.  But, inexpensive tho’ they may be, they’re still an expense.

My smart husband saw me with a ball of yarn in the mesh bra and came up with this clever, and free, idea.

Mesh Produce Bags

The ones I have right now, ready to be loaded with yarn, are from 4 lb bags of navel oranges from Aldi.  They’re large enough that, with the use of twist ties or a scrap of yarn or twine, I can make two yarn bras from each produce bag.  Next come the onion bags, the potato bags, and the smaller bag of garlic or Key Limes.  After the Key Lime Pie comes the key lime crocheting…….

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  3. Among other things, I save mesh bags from onions and garlic. I currently have a ball of yarn that I am working with in a garlic bag. I am trying to be as green and as frugal as possible. i hope you will pass along any other uses you might find because I have a shopping bag full of mesh bags waiting to be reborn!

Have you read?

Why Brava Yarn Is a Great Choice for Crochet Projects

If your crochet project needs plenty of colour, easy-care yarn and a sensible price, Brava is one of those dependable acrylic yarns worth keeping in mind. Even better, Brava is the Yarn of the Month and is currently 20% off throughout September, with no discount code required.

Brava is a soft, premium acrylic yarn designed for projects that will be used, washed and loved. That makes it particularly useful for crochet blankets, granny-square projects, amigurumi, children’s clothing, baby gifts and everyday accessories.

Why Crocheters Will Love Brava

One of Brava’s biggest selling points is its generous colour range. Granny-square blankets and colourwork projects can quickly require a surprisingly large selection of shades, so having plenty of coordinating colours available makes planning your palette much easier.

It is also available in four different yarn weights. You can choose a lighter option for garments and accessories, a classic weight for blankets and toys or a heavier yarn when you want a quick and cosy project.

Because Brava is acrylic, finished items are easier to care for than projects made with more delicate fibres. This is especially helpful when crocheting baby blankets, toys, pet blankets or gifts for people who may not want to hand-wash their crochet.

What Would I Crochet With Brava?

I would use Brava for a colourful granny-square blanket, a washable baby afghan or a collection of amigurumi toys. It would also be a practical option for donation projects because it combines softness, durability and affordability.

The current 20% discount makes September a good time to experiment with a new colour palette or stock up for a larger crochet blanket. If you have a project sitting in your queue that needs multiple balls of yarn, this might be the little push you needed to finally start it.