The Calming Yarn

Keeping a knitting or crochet journal

Keeping a knitting or crochet journal

Andrea Clements

Knitting and crocheting are not just hobbies; they are art forms that require skill, patience, and creativity. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crafter, keeping a project diary...

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Keeping a knitting or crochet journal

Andrea Clements

Knitting and crocheting are not just hobbies; they are art forms that require skill, patience, and creativity. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced crafter, keeping a project diary...

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This yarn is woolly soft, why?

This yarn is woolly soft, why?

Andrea Clements

I was recently asked the difference between two of our yarns, both beautiful wools, and why one of them was softer and squishier than the other! So I thought I...

This yarn is woolly soft, why?

Andrea Clements

I was recently asked the difference between two of our yarns, both beautiful wools, and why one of them was softer and squishier than the other! So I thought I...

Granny Blossom Square

Granny Blossom Square

Andrea Clements

I love International Granny Square Day, it is such a fabulous celebration of the humble, and not so humble, Crochet Granny Square. International Granny Square Day is a time to...

Granny Blossom Square

Andrea Clements

I love International Granny Square Day, it is such a fabulous celebration of the humble, and not so humble, Crochet Granny Square. International Granny Square Day is a time to...

The Pros and Cons of Man-Made vs. Natural Fibre Yarns

The Pros and Cons of Man-Made vs. Natural Fibre...

Andrea Clements

I am often asked what my thoughts are about acrylic and other man made fibres in comparison to natural fibres when it comes to yarn.  I have even chatted about this...

The Pros and Cons of Man-Made vs. Natural Fibre...

Andrea Clements

I am often asked what my thoughts are about acrylic and other man made fibres in comparison to natural fibres when it comes to yarn.  I have even chatted about this...

The Art of Self-Care: Crochet, Massages and Our Tribe

The Art of Self-Care: Crochet, Massages and Our...

Andrea Clements

As many of you already know I attended the Crochet Guild Australia Conference last week. Whilst a little bit tiring, it was a sensational week where I had the opportunity...

The Art of Self-Care: Crochet, Massages and Our...

Andrea Clements

As many of you already know I attended the Crochet Guild Australia Conference last week. Whilst a little bit tiring, it was a sensational week where I had the opportunity...

Unlocking the Palette

Unlocking the Palette

Andrea Clements

How to Choose the Perfect Colour Scheme for Your Project  Are you feeling overwhelmed by the endless array of yarn colours available for your next project? Choosing the right colour...

Unlocking the Palette

Andrea Clements

How to Choose the Perfect Colour Scheme for Your Project  Are you feeling overwhelmed by the endless array of yarn colours available for your next project? Choosing the right colour...