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Discover the similarities and differences between knitting and crochet. Find out which one is easier to learn and the pros and cons of both.
Category Archives: Blog
YARN AND CROCHET BLOG
Our monthly blog contains articles of interest to crocheters, tatters, crafters and yarn enthusiast. Here we discuss various aspects of our craft, its techniques, and material and tools we use when working on our projects.
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Cotton yarn is a staple material in textile production and has been used for centuries to make everything from clothing and household items to industrial ropes and canvas. It is a versatile material that is known for its softness, absorbency, and durability. In this article, we will explore the history and uses of cotton yarn, […]
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Cashmere yarn – the stuff dreams are made of! This luxurious fiber has been called the “diamond of natural fibers” for its unparalleled softness, warmth, and durability. It’s the perfect ingredient for crafting cozy and chic garments, accessories, and home décor items that will make you feel like royalty. What is Cashmere yarn But what […]
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Crochet is a versatile and creative craft that allows you to make a variety of beautiful and functional items. To get the best results from your crochet projects, it is important to use the right type of yarn or thread. Among the many options available, Aunt Lydia’s Crochet Thread is one of the most popular […]
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Made in the Philippines Monaco Crochet Thread is a brand of thread, produced only in the Philippines, by the Monaco Manufacturing Corporation. Located in Quezon City, on the island of Luzon, the company was established in 1958 by Mr. Chua Yap Chek as the Monaco Thread Company. Its primary products were bag closing threads. These […]
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Most people think that crochet thread is just yarn that is used to make doilies. But there is a lot more to it than that. In fact there 5 things that you should know about crochet thread. 1) You Can use crochet thread like yarn Crochet thread is a specially formulated thread, usually made from mercerized […]
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Its an age old debate. Which one is better? Yarn or crochet thread. In this post we will share with you which is better and why.
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We often get request for size 5 crochet thread. Until now I had not found a size 5 that I really liked. Then I saw that Handy Hands introduced a new line of crochet threads called Elisa and I just had to try it. While Elisa comes in both size 5 and size 10, I […]
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Crochet thread is a popular alternative for crafters, who want to expand beyond basic yarn to something that yields finer detail, but leverages the same techniques they are used to. At Lyn’s Crafts we have lots of articles explaining what crochet thread is, how it used, etc. I will put links to our other crochet […]
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When you enter the world of crochet thread things tend to turn upside down. Thread sizes are scaled differently from yarns sizes. Hook sizes are also opposite to what you are used to. Yet, even with that, you can still crochet thread using the same techniques as you would with regular yarn. Check out our […]
