Stashbusting: Make the Most of the Yarns You Have
Clara Parkes
Class Preview
- In-depth Instruction; over 86 mins
- On-demand video access anytime
- Bonus downloadable PDF resources
- Access to class Q&A
Get Organized
11:08
Meet author and knitting instructor Clara Parkes, and preview the ways this class will help you happily -- and effectively -- manage your stash. Clara guides and encourages you through the process of unearthing and sorting through your collection of skeins. In addition, you'll discover innovative ways to let go of your unwanted yarn.
Tackle Unfinished Projects
16:37
Once you've tackled your yarn stash, it's time to sort your unfinished projects. Clara outlines a simple approach to organizing half-completed socks, mittens and sweaters. You'll get tips and ideas for finishing existing projects and repurposing others. Plus, see how easy it is to unravel and reclaim your yarn!
Identify Oddball Skeins
13:24
Put your stash to use! Discover quick and easy ways to calculate the remaining yardage of any partly-used skein. Then learn a trick for determining the correct needle size to use with your mystery yarn. Want to know if your yarn is wool or cotton? Clara's simple test will reveal the answer.
Use Up Precious Leftovers
8:03
Use the colorful tidbits in your stash to create a variety of unique projects. Clara highlights a fun method of knitting that combines multiple types and lengths of yarn. You'll be inspired by Clara's creative project ideas that are a perfect use for your favorite leftovers.
Pair Yarns Together
8:10
See your stash in a whole new light! Discover another innovative technique for incorporating leftover yarn into your work. In addition, Clara illustrates the gorgeous and diverse effects you can create by stranding yarns of similar -- and differing -- weights and textures together.
Knit Stashbusting Projects
13:43
It's time to start knitting from your stash. Clara introduces three versatile stashbusting patterns: a simple cowl, fingerless mitts and a triangle shawl. Plus, you'll see the variety of looks you can create with different yarns -- and a little creativity!
Store Your Stash
14:54
Learn how to keep your yarn safe from the elements and from moths. Clara shares her time-tested tips and tricks for preventing and troubleshooting common problems. You'll also get helpful advice on safely storing or displaying your stash.
Description
There’s a world of fabulous fiber opportunities in every knitter’s stash. Bring them out of the woolwork as you bust your yarn stash like never before! During class, fiber expert Clara Parkes will show you how to identify your mystery yarns so you’ll know when to use them and whether to keep them. Clara will make it easy to decide what to finish and what to repurpose as she teaches you how to organize stash yarn and unfinished projects in useful new ways. You’ll also learn handy methods for reclaiming yarn from unfinished projects, calculating the amount of any yarn you have left and storing your stash safely. Plus, bust your stash with tons of creative project ideas, including three exciting patterns!
Clara Parkes
More than a decade ago, Clara Parkes left San Francisco's high-tech hubbub to build a quieter, more creative life on the coast of Maine. Today, her best-selling books include The Knitter's Book of Yarn, The Knitter's Book of Wool and The Knitter's Book of Socks. Clara has been named a member of Vogue Knitting's "New Wave." She is the publisher of KnittersReview.com and is a frequent contributor to Twist Collective. She has appeared regularly as the "yarn expert" on Knitting Daily TV. Clara loves to help knitters improve their understanding of the materials they use every day.
Bonus materials available after purchase