Let’s talk about yarn
Yarn comes in a wild array of types, each with its own quirky personality. There’s the classic wool, warm and cozy, perfect for snuggling up in hand-knit scarves and hats. Cotton yarn is like the easygoing friend, lightweight and breathable, making it ideal for summer tops and dishcloths. Acrylic yarn is the party animal—colorful, affordable, and super durable, great for everything from blankets to funky accessories. Then you’ve got specialty yarns like alpaca, silky and smooth, or mohair that adds a fuzzy halo effect, turning any project into a plush masterpiece. Whether you want softness, warmth, or a bold pop of color, there’s a yarn out there ready to bring your next creation to life! I could write a 5-page essay on all the different types of yarn and their sizes, but I’m trying to keep it simple and brief. I am an affiliate to the stores my links take you to, and I may receive a small fee if you choose to purchase from the links in my blog, thanks for visiting.
T-shirt Yarn
hand crafted Crochet bag
My favorite thing to make right now are crochet purses and bags. I like to use T-shirt yarn more specifically for these, simply because the fabric is easier to manipulate, it looks sleek, boutique, and because of thickness of T- shirt yarn you can make a bag or purse within 4 hours, once you have the pattern down. I prefer T-shirt yarn from a company called Cahovy. here’s the link to amazon https://amzn.to/3HCVB4T, it’s where I get most of my supplies if I’m being honest, I also should let y’all know that I am an affiliate of theirs. What I like most about this yarn is it has some stretch to it, but not too much. It’s soft so it’s makes crocheting easier to do without feeling like you’re getting rug burn on your fingers. They also have a wide variety of colors that make it easy to get the right look for your project, and it has great durability, so when you’re pulling your loop through the fabric doesn’t rip or run.
Plush yarn
Thick plush yarn for baby blankets and stuffed animals is probably the greatest invention in the yarn world. A couple of years ago I made a baby blanket for a friend, and I used the traditional yarn that’s associated with crocheting. one it took me months to complete it, and I kept losing track of my stitch count, so I ended up with a wonky looking blanket that I was embarrassed to give, but I also spent a really long time making it and I didn’t want my hard work to go to waste. Then I walked into a craft store and discovered plush yarn. I use this yarn every time I make a baby blanket or a stuffy. It makes making a blanket easy and fast I’ll link a video to the bottom of the paragraph that I used and in 2 hours or less you’ll have the perfect gift for an expectant mother or for your own precious bundle of joy.
Macrame
Macrame yarn it an interesting yarn to use for crochet, the texture is a bit rough, and it has little flexibility or give when using it in crochet projects. I used it in a granny square bag project, and I feel like I got the right type if hold that I was looking for. I’ve done a few others in regular cotton yarn, and I felt like I needed to put a liner in so things would fall out of it. you can still create a liner for your bag no matter what yarn you're working with, but I felt like a cotton yarn granny square bag really needed one. you can also use macrame yarn for making dolls, it gives the vintage type of look for that sort of project and I think it has cool aesthetic to it.
Cotton yarn
Cotton yarn, the OG of all yarn, the stuff you grew up with when you were a kid. The yarn that grandma used when she made you a hat or a scarf. It’s probably the most iconic yarn of all; it’s been around for centuries and it’s what most people associate with when they think crochet. I’m not saying it’s a bad thing, it just is the tried and true of all yarn. I use it for many projects, like a beanie with a puff ball on top a scarf, a sweater, or a cardigan. I like to use Katech yarn cakes for my scarves, I love the colors they come in, the durability of the yarn, and best of all the hand feel when crocheting with it. here’s a link to my favorite color combo for winter theme projects https://amzn.to/4mFltvS it just has that cool and calm feel to it like winter. It’s soft and comfortable and there’s always the nostalgia of it as well that makes you want to curl up by a fire and eat apple pie.
Sum it up
Bottom line, there are many types of yarn out there. each yarn is better for some projects more than others, and you’ll discover which one works best for you and your creation. don’t be afraid to try different textures, colors, sizes, or fabric when you want to begin a creation, take chances and be bold you might just find a better way to make your favorite crafts.