How do you start dreadlocks, using yarn braids?
Q. I am trying to lock my hair. I have braided yarn into it to start the process. And have a good amount of new growth. Do I start twisting the new growth and take the yarn braids out. Or do i twist the new growth and keep the yarn braids in?
Asked by m&ms_mom - Sat Nov 25 16:48:04 2006 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you want to keep your hair length with the braids you can leave them in and cut them after you've reached your desired length. You can take them out and twist the new growth and just roll the ends if you like...You really need to consider having a professional natural hair stylist do your hair for the best results.
Answered by 360lyexplicit - Sat Nov 25 16:53:35 2006

What type of yarn should I use when crocheting amigurumi?
Q. I discovered the wonderful craft of crocheting and I'm trying to create an amigurumi doll. I'm finally catching on, but I'm getting caught up on the fact that I can't see the blasted stitches. I can't discern one from the other. I'm using a basic acrylic yarn. It doesn't seem to be too fuzzy, but when I'm looking at the dolls other people have made online the yarn they seem to be using seems a lot sturdier, less likely to get seperated. Thanks!
Asked by Pandalism - Wed Sep 30 13:40:14 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. If you can't see your stitches, that means your yarn is too fuzzy. A lot fuzzier than you think it is. Find a smooth yarn to work with. Softer yarns can obscure the stitch pattern easily. Acrylic can be difficult, depending on the kind it is. Find a blend with wool -- it has a more pleasant feel to it. Be sure your yarn has a good firm twist to it. Some crochet looks good with cotton. It does not have the stretch of wool but for these projects you may not want any stretch. Cotton can be quite firm and smooth so that stitch definition is very clear. Remember that you need to use a smaller hook than you would normally use with this yarn. You need to make your stitches quite firm and close together to give it a solid shape. Try… [cont.]
Answered by hairbender - Wed Sep 30 18:36:55 2009

How much Yarn/wool do I need to crochet a twin size blanket/Bedspread?
Q. I am new to Crocheting and the use of Yarn/wool. I would like to crochet a Blanket for my daughters twin bed. Can any one tell me how much wool/yarn I would need and what the ideal weight I should use, plus the Hook size. Many Thanks
Asked by DJ - Wed Feb 6 08:34:22 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Pick out a pattern you wish to use. It should tell you how much yarn you need and what size hook to use. Finally try to buy all of the yarn at one time from one dye lot number so you can be sure the color matches. One of the best patterns for a beginner is one called Granny Squares. It is a classic and because you make a bunch of squares and them put them together, if you mess up one square, you haven't lost a lot and you can use a lot of colors if you want. Here are some links:
Answered by oil field trash - Wed Feb 6 09:26:45 2008