When to Join a New Ball...
When to Join a New Ball of Yarn and How to Do It Without Stress! If you knit long enough, you’ll eventually look down and realize your...
Read MoreWhen to Join a New Ball of Yarn and How to Do It Without Stress! If you knit long enough, you’ll eventually look down and realize your...
Read MoreBuying yarn online can feel a little like peering into a treasure chest — exciting, but with just a hint of mystery. You can’t squeeze the skein, hold it up...
Read MorePicture this: it’s a sunny day, you’re sipping iced tea, and you’re wearing a handmade top that’s light, breezy, and oh-so-comfy. Sounds perfect, right? If you’re dreaming of...
Read MoreWool in the Summer? A Surprisingly Cool Choice Wool might not be the first fibre that comes to mind for summer knitting, but don’t count it out just yet....
Read MoreIf you've ever knit a pair of socks (or thought about it), you know that choosing the right yarn is key. Socks go through a lot—walking, stretching, washing—so picking...
Read MoreSo, you’ve found the perfect pattern. You’re already dreaming about wearing, using, or gifting this amazing handmade thing. But then—gasp!—the recommended yarn is out of stock, discontinued,...
Read MoreWhen it comes to yarn, fibre content is like the personality of the material—it determines how your finished piece will look, feel, and behave. Selecting the right fibre...
Read MorePicture this: you’ve fallen in love with a knitting or crochet pattern, but the yarn it calls for is either unavailable, out of your budget, or—let’s be honest—just...
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Learn the basics of yarn, fibres, dye lots, construction, and labels so you can understand yarn and shop with confidence.
Guides to choosing the right yarn, substituting yarns, caring for knits, and using yarn wisely for successful projects
Knitting and crochet project ideas, pattern inspiration, and creative ways to use your yarn beyond the obvious.
Thoughtful stories, behind-the-scenes posts, and reflections on yarn, making, and life aboard The Black Purl.