Let’s talk about the process of using knitting yarn in a weaving project!
You’re ready to try weaving (yay, you!). You’ve found a loom, picked out a pattern, and even taken a class (like one of my Acton Creative classes!). Now you just need to find some yarn. But all you have are skeins of knitting yarn. Don’t order a million cones online just yet, my friend, because you absolutely CAN use your knitting yarn in your weaving projects!
In this episode of A Handwoven Experience, I’ll walk you through some things to consider before weaving with your knitting yarn. In the end, it’s all just yarn. So go forth and use it! I can’t wait to see what beautiful pieces you create. Happy Weaving!
Show Notes –
Knitting Yarn Labels – In today’s video, I comment on the impressive job the knitting yarn makers do with their labels. More than 1/2 of the time, weaving yarn isn’t equipped with any sort of information. So, I commend the people producing the wonderful labels that wrap around every skein and ball of yarn. If you want to learn more about what is typically included on a label, I have a great post for you. Check it out here!
Unknown Sett – If you find yourself using a knitting yarn for your warp, but don’t have an idea of what the sett should be, I have an episode just for you. Take a look at “Unknown Sett” to get a strategy for determining a good spacing for your project.
FREE Weaving Resources
Would you look at that? There is an entire list of FREE weaving resources at your fingertips on the Acton Creative website! Everything from Parts of a Loom, to 6 Weaving Patterns, to the Beginner’s Guide to Weaving Yarn – there’s a little something for everyone. Simply click here to pick which one (or all!) will be helpful for you!
