The Calming Yarn

A Guide to Yarn Weights for Knitting & Crochet (US & UK Terms)

A Guide to Yarn Weights for Knitting & Crochet ...

Andrea Clements

It has been quite a while since I wrote a blog about yarn weights so I thought it was time to have a look at this again.  I often have...

A Guide to Yarn Weights for Knitting & Crochet ...

Andrea Clements

It has been quite a while since I wrote a blog about yarn weights so I thought it was time to have a look at this again.  I often have...

Hooked on Travel: Tips for Crocheting and Knitting on the Go!

Hooked on Travel: Tips for Crocheting and Knitt...

Andrea Clements

On the road again? Need to pack your Yarn from Yarn Me Calm, patterns, projects, hooks, needles, and notions, and feeling a little overwhelmed?  Not quite sure what to knit...

Hooked on Travel: Tips for Crocheting and Knitt...

Andrea Clements

On the road again? Need to pack your Yarn from Yarn Me Calm, patterns, projects, hooks, needles, and notions, and feeling a little overwhelmed?  Not quite sure what to knit...

Inspiration, what does it mean for you?

Inspiration, what does it mean for you?

Andrea Clements

Inspiration, to me, is the spark that ignites creativity— something that compels you to make, build, or express. It’s about finding joy in what’s around you and letting it guide your...

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Inspiration, what does it mean for you?

Andrea Clements

Inspiration, to me, is the spark that ignites creativity— something that compels you to make, build, or express. It’s about finding joy in what’s around you and letting it guide your...

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Enjoying Peruvian textiles

Enjoying Peruvian textiles

Andrea Clements

While exploring the vibrant Peru with Mr. YMC, one can't help but be mesmerised by the rich tradition of textiles and fibre arts that are still very much alive in...

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Enjoying Peruvian textiles

Andrea Clements

While exploring the vibrant Peru with Mr. YMC, one can't help but be mesmerised by the rich tradition of textiles and fibre arts that are still very much alive in...

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Some tips on creating ergonomically!

Some tips on creating ergonomically!

Andrea Clements

I have a tendency to crochet over several hours, especially when I am on a roll with a project that I am really enjoying!  I have found though as I...

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Some tips on creating ergonomically!

Andrea Clements

I have a tendency to crochet over several hours, especially when I am on a roll with a project that I am really enjoying!  I have found though as I...

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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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